Summary
The FBI arrested Brian Cole Jr., a Virginia bail bondsman, for placing pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters just before the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. His arrest ended years of conspiracy theories about the incident, as evidence collected in 2021 and 2022 helped identify him. People previously accused law enforcement of covering up the real story, but the arrest proves the thorough work done by investigators.
Key Facts
- The FBI arrested Brian Cole Jr. for planting bombs outside the RNC and DNC headquarters on January 5, 2021.
- The incident happened the night before the Capitol riot, which tried to stop the 2020 election certification.
- Evidence that identified Cole was gathered between 2021 and 2022.
- The arrest counters conspiracy theories claiming FBI involvement in the January 6 events.
- The FBI used credit card records, subpoenas, and phone data to identify Cole.
- Brian Cole Jr. is linked to "extremist" beliefs, but his exact motives remain unclear.
- False claims about another person being the bomber were debunked, as video evidence cleared her of involvement.
- Public figures spread misinformation, demanding proof or apologies for their statements after the arrest.
