California Woman Arrested for Capitol Incident
- Kennedy Lindsey, a California woman, was arrested in Los Angeles.
- She faces charges including disorderly conduct and possession of a dangerous weapon.
- This incident relates to the storming of the Capitol, highlighting ongoing security concerns.
A California woman, Kennedy Lindsey, faces charges for bringing an array of weapons into the U.S. Capitol during the January 6, 2021, insurrection by supporters of then-President Donald Trump. Court records unsealed on Wednesday reveal that Lindsey was found with a short sword, a steel tactical whip, a collapsible baton, pepper spray, a butterfly knife, and a flashlight taser in her backpack when searched by a U.S. Secret Service officer. This incident is part of a broader pattern where many rioters utilized makeshift weapons during the Capitol siege. Lindsey, who purchased plane tickets for herself and a companion to attend the protest, was recorded expressing her intent to participate in the storming of the Capitol. In a self-recorded video, she stated, "Everyone is storming the building, folks," and emphasized the need to act as "patriots." Surveillance footage captured her entering the Capitol by jumping through a broken window, further illustrating her active involvement in the riot. During her interaction with law enforcement, Lindsey acknowledged that the weapons were in her backpack, referring to them as "tools." She had retrieved the backpack after attending Trump's speech earlier that day. Despite attempts to reach her for comment, Lindsey has not responded to inquiries from the media or her attorney. The case against Lindsey comes amid ongoing legal actions related to the Capitol riot, including recent developments involving other individuals charged for their roles in the attack, highlighting the continuing repercussions of that day.