Matthew Huttle, 42, known for his involvement in the January 6 insurrection, was shot during a traffic stop, sparking investigations and renewed scrutiny on the pardons issued by Trump for Capitol rioters.
Deadly Traffic Stop Claims Life of Pardoned Capitol Rioter
Deadly Traffic Stop Claims Life of Pardoned Capitol Rioter
An Indiana man, recently pardoned by Donald Trump for his role in the Capitol riot, was shot by police just days later during a traffic stop involving a firearm.
On Sunday, January 6, police in Indiana reported that Matthew Huttle was shot and killed during a traffic stop after allegedly resisting arrest and becoming involved in an altercation with an officer. At the time, he possessed a firearm, although the reason for the traffic stop remains undisclosed. Huttle’s death comes mere days after he was one of approximately 1,600 individuals pardoned or granted commutations by former President Trump, who faced charges for their actions during the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol.
Indiana State Police have launched an investigation into the incident, with the officer involved placed on paid administrative leave. Jasper County Sheriff Patrick Williamson emphasized the necessity of a thorough investigation for transparency.
Huttle had previously been sentenced to six months in prison for his part in the Capitol riot, where he was reported to have entered the Capitol for a brief period. His uncle, Dale Huttle, also involved in the riot, expressed no remorse for their actions, asserting that they acted as patriots.
This incident follows other instances of January 6 defendants encountering legal issues post-pardon. Daniel Bell, another participant, was rearrested on federal gun charges shortly after the pardons.
While Trump stated that the justice system had unfairly targeted these individuals, criticism surrounding the pardons has surfaced, notably from Senator Lindsey Graham, who labeled it a "mistake" to pardon those who violently assaulted police officers during the riot.
This tragic event adds another chapter to the ongoing discourse regarding the ramifications of the January 6 riots and the subsequent policies adopted by Trump concerning those involved in the unrest.
Indiana State Police have launched an investigation into the incident, with the officer involved placed on paid administrative leave. Jasper County Sheriff Patrick Williamson emphasized the necessity of a thorough investigation for transparency.
Huttle had previously been sentenced to six months in prison for his part in the Capitol riot, where he was reported to have entered the Capitol for a brief period. His uncle, Dale Huttle, also involved in the riot, expressed no remorse for their actions, asserting that they acted as patriots.
This incident follows other instances of January 6 defendants encountering legal issues post-pardon. Daniel Bell, another participant, was rearrested on federal gun charges shortly after the pardons.
While Trump stated that the justice system had unfairly targeted these individuals, criticism surrounding the pardons has surfaced, notably from Senator Lindsey Graham, who labeled it a "mistake" to pardon those who violently assaulted police officers during the riot.
This tragic event adds another chapter to the ongoing discourse regarding the ramifications of the January 6 riots and the subsequent policies adopted by Trump concerning those involved in the unrest.
