Suspect Arrested After Three-Year Manhunt for Capitol Pipe Bombs

Federal authorities have arrested a suspect in the placement of two pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., on January 5, 2021. The arrest ends an intensive, three-year nationwide search. The explosives were left at the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties. Law enforcement discovered them the next afternoon, as a mob stormed the U.S. Capitol. The devices did not explode. However, the incident forced the evacuation of several city blocks during a period of high tension. The FBI identified the suspect through extensive video and tip reviews. The agency had previously offered a $500,000 reward for information. The suspect now faces multiple charges. These include placing explosives and illegal possession of a destructive device. The arrest marks a major development in one of the most persistent investigations following the January 6 attack. Prosecutors will handle the case in a Washington, D.C., federal court.