Ex-NFL Player Antwione Williams Charged in January 6 Capitol Riot

Williams, a former Detroit Lions linebacker, faces multiple charges for his alleged actions during the 2021 Capitol attack.

Williams, 31, was arrested in Savannah, Georgia, and is charged with felony offenses including assaulting police officers and obstruction of law enforcement.
Identified through video footage and social media, Williams is accused of being among the first rioters to breach Capitol grounds.
Prosecutors allege Williams confronted and overpowered police officers, attempting to seize barricades and striking an officer on the head.
His arrest marks one of the first Capitol riot-related charges filed since Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election.
More than 1,561 individuals have been charged in connection with the Capitol breach, with over 590 facing charges of assaulting law enforcement.