"Jan. 6 Fugitive Proud Boy Receives 10-Year Sentence for Capitol Riot Role"
TL;DR
Christopher Worrell, a member of the Proud Boys, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot, where he assaulted police with pepper spray. Worrell had fled house arrest before his original sentencing and allegedly faked a drug overdose upon recapture. Despite his rare form of lymphoma and fear for his life, the judge deemed his crimes deserving of a substantial sentence but will recommend that his time be served in a prison medical facility. Worrell's case has led to reforms in the system, and his sentencing adds to the growing list of Proud Boys members facing consequences for their actions during the Capitol attack.
- Proud Boys member who went on the run after conviction in the Jan. 6 riot gets 10 years in prison The Associated Press
- Jan. 6 Proud Boys defendant who led law enforcement on manhunt sentenced to 10 years in prison CBS News
- Florida Proud Boy Sentenced to 10 Years in Capitol Attack The New York Times
- Jan. 6 Rioter Who Fled Arrest and Faked Overdose Gets 10-Year Sentence The Daily Beast
- Jan. 6 rioter who skipped earlier sentencing hearing gets 10-year term The Washington Post
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