J6 rioter recently pardoned shot, killed by police after allegedly resisting arrest

An Indiana man, Matthew Huttle, who was involved in the MAGA insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, and was subsequently pardoned by President Donald Trump, was fatally shot by police during a traffic stop. The incident occurred when Jasper County sheriff’s deputy attempted to arrest Huttle, and he resisted, resulting in a confrontation that led to the officer shooting him. Huttle was found to be in possession of a firearm at the time of the traffic stop.

Sheriff Patrick Williamson of Jasper County released a statement expressing condolences to Huttle’s family and confirming that the officer involved in the shooting is on paid administrative leave pending the investigation. The officer’s name will be disclosed once approved by the State Police Detectives.

Huttle, who had recently received a pardon for his role in the Capitol riots, was reported to have spent several hours on Capitol grounds during the insurrection and entered the building for approximately 10 minutes. He had been sentenced to six months in federal prison and 12 months on supervised release following his involvement in the riots.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and the findings will be presented to the Jasper County Prosecutor’s Office for formal review. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions and repercussions stemming from the events of Jan. 6, 2021, and the continued impact of the Capitol insurrection on individuals involved in the riot.