Two brothers from New York, Reynold Robert Voisine and Roger Alyre Voisine Jr., were apprehended on charges related to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol breach. The Voisines are accused of violent actions that interrupted a congressional session intended to certify the 2020 presidential election results.
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia shared court documents revealing that two men were arrested in Plattsburgh, New York, following a complaint filed in D.C. They are charged with multiple felony offenses, including allegedly assaulting law enforcement with deadly weapons. Both men face serious legal consequences for their actions.
Specifically, the Voisine brothers are charged with civil disorder, assaulting officers, and entering and remaining in a restricted building with a deadly or dangerous weapon. They also face misdemeanors, including disorderly conduct and acts of physical violence on Capitol grounds. Their initial court appearance will be in the Northern District of New York.
The FBI's Albany and Washington Field Offices led the arrest operation, assisted by the Tampa FBI, U.S. Capitol Police, and Metropolitan Police Department. Investigations have revealed details of the brothers' alleged involvement in the violent siege. Reynold was seen near a crowd as they dragged an officer into a mob and later, using a riot shield to ram into officers. Roger is alleged to have thrown a pipe and a black rod at police and, at one point, attempted to drag an officer into the crowd.
Since the events of January 6, over 1,532 individuals have been charged with crimes related to the Capitol breach across the nation. Among them, more than 571 have been charged with felony assaults on law enforcement. The brothers' cases contribute to an ongoing federal effort to hold those involved accountable for that day's events.
The investigation continues, and the public can submit any tips to the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or through their website. While the charges brought against the Voisine brothers are severe, it is noted that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court of law.
