Man Pleads Guilty to Capitol Attack

Birdsboro, PA

A Pennsylvania man has entered a guilty plea in connection with the attack on the United States Capitol that took place on January 6, 2021.

Guilty Plea in Capitol Attack

Anthony Nolf, a resident of Birdsboro in Berks County, has pleaded guilty to a charge of civil disorder in the District of Columbia. This information comes from the United States Attorney’s Office in the District of Columbia.

Protest at the Capitol

Nolf participated in the “Stop the Steal” rally at the Ellipse before making his way to the Capitol to protest the 2020 presidential election results. He was seen wearing a camouflage-colored hat with the words “Trump 2020” in red, white, and blue.

Removal of Fencing

According to officials, Nolf assisted in removing the fencing at the Capitol as the protestors approached. This happened before he was spotted in the Lower West Terrace Tunnel.

Coordinated Effort

In the tunnel, Nolf was observed taking part in a coordinated effort with other rioters to push against the police line in what has been described as a “heave-ho” movement.

Arrest and Sentencing

Nolf was arrested on April 5, 2023, and is one of over 1,100 individuals who have been charged in connection with the Capitol assault. He is scheduled for a sentencing hearing on January 19, 2024.

Contact Information

If you have any information related to this case, please contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (800-225-5324) or submit a tip through tips.fbi.gov.

Read More of this Story at www.abc27.com – 2023-11-04 16:44:01

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