Man Convicted in Capitol Riot Assault Case
Jesse James Rumson Discovered Responsible on All Costs
Jesse James Rumson, recognized for his participation within the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot whereas wearing a panda costume, has been convicted of assaulting a legislation enforcement officer and fascinating in disorderly conduct on the Capitol grounds. Based on court docket paperwork, Rumson assaulted and resisted Prince George’s County Cpl. Scott Ainsworth through the violent incident.
Masks Incident and Handcuff Removing
Throughout his presence contained in the Capitol, Rumson availed himself to take away his panda head. Prosecutors offered photographic proof exhibiting rioters allegedly serving to to take away handcuffs from his wrists. Rumson then proceeded to run via the gang in direction of a line of officers defending the constructing. He allegedly grabbed an officer’s masks, forcefully pulling the officer’s head and neck backward.
Conviction and Sentencing
Earlier this month, Rumson selected to have a bench trial, waiving his proper to a jury trial. U.S. District Decide Carl Nichols convicted Rumson on all eight counts introduced towards him, which included assault and broader disorderly conduct expenses. Rumson is scheduled to be sentenced in September.
Jan. 6 Capitol Assault Prosecutions
Within the aftermath of the January 6 Capitol assault, the Justice Division has pursued over 1,200 prison circumstances, leading to over 700 responsible pleas and quite a few convictions. The Capitol riot has been one of the vital high-profile circumstances of civil unrest in latest historical past.
