U.S. Capitol Assault Suspect Gregory Yetman Surrenders in New Jersey: FBI

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Gregory Yetman, who was wanted in connection with the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol, has turned himself in to authorities in Monroe Township. The FBI had released photos of Yetman from the day of the attack, saying he fled when a warrant was served early Wednesday morning. The New Jersey National Guard has confirmed that Yetman served for about 12 years until March 2022.

FBI Manhunt for January 6 Assault Suspect Ends

The manhunt for Gregory Yetman, connected to the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol, ended when he voluntarily surrendered to FBI authorities on Friday in Monroe Township, N.J.

The FBI had recently published pictures of Yetman from Jan. 6 when hundreds attacked the Capitol. Yetman allegedly escaped while a warrant was being served to him on Wednesday morning. Authorities believe he scaled a fence and fled toward train tracks close to a densely forested area.

The New Jersey National Guard confirmed that Yetman served for approximately 12 years until March 2022.

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