Matthew Huttle, a man who stormed the Capitol on January 6 and had recently been pardoned by President Donald Trump, was fatally shot by a sheriff’s deputy during a traffic stop. Body camera video released shows that Huttle ran to his vehicle, said he would shoot himself, and raised a handgun after being told he was under arrest for a traffic-related felony. The deputy shot him after a struggle, as he feared for his own safety.
Huttle had pleaded guilty to one count of entering a restricted building at the Capitol riot and was sentenced to six months in prison. During the traffic stop, he told the deputy that he was awaiting a pardon from Trump and couldn’t afford to get into any more trouble. Huttle was found to be a habitual traffic violator, which is a felony.
The special prosecutor determined that the deputy was legally justified in using deadly force to defend himself, as Huttle posed an imminent risk when he reached for the weapon. The investigation has been closed, and the deputy had been placed on administrative leave, as is routine after a shooting.
This tragic incident highlights the mental health struggles and desperation of individuals involved in criminal activities and facing legal consequences. If you or someone you know is in crisis, resources such as the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline can provide support.
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