FBI arrests male suspect for DC pipe bombs on eve of Jan. 6

The FBI has arrested a suspect linked to the pipe bombs placed in Washington on January 5, 2021, before the Capitol riot. This arrest comes after a lengthy investigation that struggled to identify the perpetrator. The official, who spoke anonymously, did not provide further details about the individual or possible charges, except for the fact that it was a male who was taken into custody.

The bombs, found near the Democratic and Republican national committee offices, were safely disposed of, but they posed a lethal risk.

For years, investigators sought public assistance, reviewing thousands of video files and tips, but faced difficulties in establishing the suspect’s identity. The ongoing case had been fueled by conspiracy theories and political scrutiny regarding security failures during the Capitol riot.