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Charlottesville Rioter Sentenced for Capitol Attack, Endorses Trump

Tyler Bradley Dykes receives nearly five years in prison for assaulting officers during the January 6th Capitol breach.

  • Dykes, previously convicted for his role in the 2017 Charlottesville rally, expressed support for Trump during sentencing.
  • He was found guilty of using a police shield to attack officers and performing a Nazi salute during the Capitol riot.
  • Judge Beryl Howell sentenced Dykes to 57 months in prison and fined him $20,000.
  • Prosecutors highlighted Dykes' history of extremist behavior and involvement with neo-Nazi groups.
  • Dykes' actions were part of the broader violence that disrupted the certification of the 2020 election results.
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