Jan 6 pipe bomb suspect identified as Brian Cole, 30, of Virginia

Brian Cole, a 30-year-old resident of northern Virginia, has been identified as the suspect arrested in connection with the pipe bombs placed in Washington, D.C. on January 6, 2021. The announcement comes as part of ongoing investigations into the events surrounding that day.

Authorities have not released additional details regarding the circumstances of Cole"s arrest or the specific charges he faces. This incident is part of a broader investigation into security threats related to the January 6 Capitol riots.

For more information on similar situations, see recent developments in the investigation of pipe bombs placed in D.C. on January 6.

The investigation into the January 6 events has included various arrests and ongoing legal proceedings as authorities work to address the security breaches that occurred during the riots.

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