The FBI arrested two men on Sunday who were allegedly photographed wearing military tactical gear and holding zip ties during the violent riot at the U.S. Capitol, the Justice Department announced.
Their arrests bring the total number of individuals facing federal charges arising from a pro-Trump’s mob attack on the Capitol to 18.
Both men appeared to be photographed holding zip ties, which are used by law enforcement to restrain or detain suspects. Some counter-terrorism experts say the zip ties may have been a signal that some rioters were planning on taking hostages.
Larry Rendell Brock was arrested in Texas. He was allegedly photographed during the riot wearing a green helmet, green tactical vest with patches, a camouflage jacket and holding zip ties.
He is charged with one count of knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority and one count of violent entry and disorderly conduct on the Capitol grounds…
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