Summary

Matthew Huttle, a 42-year-old pardoned January 6 rioter, was fatally shot by an Indiana deputy during a traffic stop 6 days after Trump granted clemency to over 1,500 Capitol attackers.

Huttle, previously sentenced to six months in prison, was pulled over for driving 70mph (113km/h) in a 55mph zone and faced arrest as a habitual traffic offender.

According to newly released body camera footage, Huttle said “I’m shooting myself” before reaching for a loaded gun in his car, prompting the deputy to fire.

Prosecutors ruled the shooting “legally justified.” His death adds to mounting legal issues among pardoned rioters.

  • vaultdweller013@sh.itjust.works
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    2 days ago

    Yeah at least in this circumstance he seems to be a good one. Worst part is there is a non zero chance that he will now be harassed by the MAGAts.