US Capitol chief resigns following violent riots in Washington

Jan 08, 2021

Washington [US], January 8 : US Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund on Thursday resigned from his post after facing criticism over an apparent lack...

US: Former police chief sentenced to 11 years for role in Capitol attack

Dec 09, 2023

Alan Hostetter, 59, received the 135-month sentence on Thursday (local time) from US District Judge Royce C Lamberth for his role in the Capitol...

US Capitol Police seeks funds for 212 additional officers following Jan 6 riot

Apr 22, 2021

Washington [US], April 22 (ANI/Sputnik): The Capitol Police force wants to hire and train additional 212 officers to boost security in the aftermath of...

Capitol police officer dies days after Washington riots, officials claim suicide

Jan 10, 2021

Washington [US], January 11 : A US Capitol police officer who responded to the mob riots in Washington on Wednesday, died days after the...

Biden signs bill awarding Congressional Gold Medal to Jan 6 officers

Aug 05, 2021

Washington [US] August 6 : US President Joe Biden on Thursday (local time) signed legislation awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the Capitol Police...

Six US Police officers facing potential disciplinary action as part of Capitol riot probe

Sep 12, 2021

Washington [US], September 12 (ANI/Sputnik): US Capitol Police (USCP) are recommending disciplinary action against six law enforcement officers for their misconduct during the January...