Contrary to multiple news reports, a U.S. Capitol Police officer did not die from injuries incurred during Wednesday’s riot, U.S. Capitol Police said Thursday.
Statement from US Capitol Police: “Media reports regarding the death of a United States Capitol Police (USCP) officer are not accurate. Although some officers were injured and hospitalized yesterday, no USCP officers have passed away.” pic.twitter.com/xt4OiRz5aS
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According to WUSA9 reporter Bruce Leshan, one of the injured officers is on life support awaiting the arrival of their family.
Previously, CNN and NPR reported that an officer, whose identity was not made public, had died from injuries incurred during the pro-Trump riot at the Capitol building.