US Capitol Police Chief Warns Of Violence At Rally Supporting Those Charged In Jan. 6 Riot
Umer Jamshaid Published September 18, 2021 | 12:00 AM
�WASHINGTON (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 18th September, 2021) US Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger confirmed on Friday that there have been threats of violence related to the rally planned in Washington this weekend to support the individuals charged in connection to the January 6 riot.
"We are planning for a safe event tomorrow but there have been threats of violence associated with the events for tomorrow and we have a strong plan in place to ensure that it remains peaceful, and if violence does occur, that we can stop it as quickly as possible," Manger said during a press conference.
Manger said they cannot confirm if the threats of violence are credible but emphasized they will not take any chances in the wake of the attack on the Capitol on January 6.
He added that law enforcement has plans in place to prevent clashes between the "Justice for J6" protesters and counter-protesters who will hold a demonstration in Washington on Saturday as well.
Some 700 individuals are expected to participate in Saturday's "Justice for J6" rally, Manger said, adding that he is not aware if any elected officials will attend the event.
Manger said National Guardsmen will be available to support law enforcement efforts to secure the area at the Capitol building if needed.
Earlier in the day, the Pentagon confirmed that it was responding to a Capitol Police request and deploying 100 National Guard troops to assist in securing the Capitol complex.
Recent Stories
UAF to ink MoU with Ethiopian universities
Scouts playing exemplary role in serving humanity: Dr Iqrar
Punjab Police cricket honored with shields, medals & CCI certificates
Bugti issues directives to operate circular road parking plaza
PML-N to become more strong under Nawaz Sharif: Rana Sanaullah
300 raids conducted on hideous of drug-dealers
IP rights crucial in achieving SDG : Jam Kamal
Commissioner urges effective action against electricity theft
PAK-EPA's clean lab boosts environmental analysis capabilities with advanced ICP ..
Romania court opens way for start of influencer Tate's trial
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) delegation visits WSSCA
13 outlets sealed for violating Hepatitis preventive SOPs
More Stories From World
-
Romania court opens way for start of influencer Tate's trial
15 minutes ago -
Kenya flood death toll since March climbs to 70
15 minutes ago -
At least 10 people killed in Brazil fire: officials
14 minutes ago -
Russia targets Ukraine railways as Western aid due to arrive
48 minutes ago -
Miner Anglo American rejects BHP's near $39-billion takeover bid
60 minutes ago -
At least 10 people killed in Brazil fire: officials
56 minutes ago
-
Junta-led Burkina Faso suspends BBC, Voice of America for two weeks
56 minutes ago -
Saudi to host top Arab, EU diplomats for Gaza talks: officials
60 minutes ago -
Kenya flood death toll since March climbs to 70: govt
54 minutes ago -
US Fed's favored inflation measure accelerates in March
2 hours ago -
Kenya flood death toll since March climbs to 70: govt
2 hours ago -
Russia striking Ukraine railways to 'paralyse' army cargo: Ukraine source
2 hours ago