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FBI seeks help identifying man with ties to Summit County who allegedly assaulted officer at Capitol

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Posted at 12:56 PM, Feb 01, 2021
and last updated 2021-02-01 12:56:27-05

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Division of the FBI and Summit County Crime Stoppers are looking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man who allegedly was involved in assaulting a federal officer during the insurrection of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.

The man pictured in the photo is believed to have ties to the Northern Ohio area, specifically Summit County.

A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered by Summit County Crime Stoppers for information leading to the identification of the individual.

The FBI said specifics regarding his connection can’t be released at this time.

Law enforcement is asking the public if anyone knows the identity of the individual in these photos to contact crime stoppers at 330-434-2677 or the Cleveland FBI at 1-877-324-6446.

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