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Proud Boys Member Who Fled Before Jan. 6 Sentencing Captured by FBI in Florida

  • Christopher Worrell, a Proud Boys member, was arrested after disappearing before his sentencing for assaulting police during the Jan. 6 attack.
  • Worrell was convicted in May on several charges related to the Capitol riot, including assaulting officers.
  • Prosecutors had sought a 14-year sentence for Worrell for his actions during the attack.
  • After missing his sentencing, Worrell was added to the FBI's Most Wanted list until his capture in Florida.
  • His arrest comes as over 36 Proud Boys members have faced charges for their roles in the Jan. 6 attack.
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