The FBI has made significant progress in the investigation into the pipe bombs placed near the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C., on January 5, 2021. This development comes nearly five years after the bombings, which occurred just before the January 6 Capitol siege.
Suspect Arrested in Pipe Bomb Investigation
On Thursday morning, a suspect was apprehended by federal law enforcement officials. The FBI has organized a news conference at the Justice Department to announce this breakthrough shortly.
Details of the Pipe Bombs
Federal investigators disclosed that one pipe bomb was situated near the Democratic National Committee headquarters and another near the Republican National Committee headquarters. These devices were found on January 6, approximately 15 hours after their placement.
- The pipe bombs were deemed viable and posed a serious threat to public safety.
- The suspect is approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall.
- He was wearing Nike Air Max Speed Turf shoes featuring a gold logo at the time.
Investigation Progress and Public Response
Since the incident, the FBI has actively sought public assistance, even increasing the reward for information leading to an arrest from $100,000 to $500,000 in 2023. They have conducted over 1,000 interviews and sifted through tens of thousands of video files to identify the individual responsible for these acts.
Critics have voiced concerns over the prolonged investigation without an arrest. This lack of progress has also fueled conspiracy theories, including unfounded claims suggesting that the government orchestrated the bombings to implicate supporters of former President Donald Trump.
Ongoing Investigation
Last month, the FBI countered another conspiracy theory which claimed a former Capitol Police officer was behind the bombings. As the case unfolds, the FBI continues to search for the truth surrounding the events leading to the Capitol riot.
This story is developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
