A suspect involved in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol has surrendered to police in New Jersey on Friday, two days after fleeing when FBI agents attempted to arrest him. Gregory Yetman, 47, turned himself in without incident in Monroe Township, near his home in Helmetta, New Jersey. The details of his surrender, including whether he had legal representation, are currently unknown. Yetman is facing multiple charges, including assaulting officers, obstruction of law enforcement, and engaging in physical violence in the Capitol grounds or buildings.
According to USA Today, Yetman, a former military police sergeant in the New Jersey National Guard, had been interviewed by the FBI earlier this year regarding his participation in the riot. He is suspected of firing pepper spray at protesters and police officers, although he denies these allegations. It is estimated that around 1,200 individuals have been charged with federal crimes related to the Capitol riot, with over 800 of them pleading guilty or being convicted after trial. More than 700 individuals have already been sentenced, with two-thirds of them receiving prison terms ranging from three days to 22 years.
The surrender of Gregory Yetman adds to the ongoing investigations and legal proceedings surrounding the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. This event, which shook the nation and received widespread condemnation, continues to have far-reaching consequences for those involved. The arrest and prosecution of individuals connected to the attack demonstrate the commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring accountability for those who engaged in violence and lawlessness on that day.
