New FBI video shows pipe bomb suspect planting explosives near DNC
What we know
The FBI is still searching for the mysterious pipe bomb suspect who planted explosive devices near the RNC and DNC headquarters in Washington, D.C.,
As part of this renewed effort, the FBI Washington Field Office has put out previously unreleased video footage showing the suspect placing one of the bombs near the DNC.
FBI ups reward for information on RNC, DNC pipe bomb suspect to $500K
The FBI raised the reward amount for information regarding the unresolved Republican National Committee and Democratic National Committee pipe bomb attempt to $500,000 Wednesday.
The agency has also shared updated details, estimating the suspect's height at approximately 5 feet, 7 inches, and offering a reward of up to $500,000 for information leading to the individual's arrest and conviction.
Where, when did the pipe bomb suspect place the explosives?
The bombings, which did not detonate, took place just hours before the violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
The suspect planted the bombs in the Capitol Hill area, at 310 First St. SE (RNC headquarters) and 430 South Capitol St. SE, #3 (DNC headquarters), between 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Although no one was harmed, the placement of the bombs in residential and commercial areas, close to the U.S. Capitol, put innocent bystanders at serious risk.
What the FBI is saying about the investigation
David Sundberg, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI Washington Field Office, emphasized the extensive effort investigators have put into the case.
"Over the past four years, a dedicated team of FBI agents, analysts, data scientists, and law enforcement partners has visited more than 1,200 residences and businesses, conducted more than 1,000 interviews, reviewed approximately 39,000 video files, and assessed more than 600 tips," he said.
Despite these efforts, the identity of the suspect remains unknown.
Sundberg is now urging the public to take another look at the FBI’s Seeking Information webpage, which now includes new video footage, updated maps of the suspect’s route, and clear images of the suspect’s distinctive Nike Air Max Speed Turf shoes.
"We urge anyone who may have previously hesitated to come forward, or who may not have realized they had important information, to contact the FBI," Sundberg said.
New video shows route of DC pipe bomber, FBI says
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has released new video clips and a map detailing what they believe was the route taken by a suspect who left pipe bombs at both the Republican National Committee’s and Democratic National Committee’s headquarters the night before the Capitol riot.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or submit tips online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous.
Watch the new video footage below:
The Source: The information for this article came from the FBI Washington Field Office.