Two siblings from Tucson, Arizona, have been handed prison sentences for their roles in the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot.
Felicia and Cory Konold Pleaded Guilty to Felony Charges
29-year-old Felicia Konold and her 28-year-old brother Cory Konold received their sentences on Wednesday, as confirmed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia. The pair had previously entered guilty pleas to felony charges of obstructing law enforcement during civil disorder and aiding and abetting the same.
Felicia has been ordered to serve 45 days in prison, while Cory will serve 30 days. Both will undergo 24 months of supervised release post-incarceration.
The prosecution had sought a more severe sentence for Felicia, highlighting her alleged premeditated involvement in the violence and her subsequent lack of remorse. They pointed to her diary entries and pre-planning notes as evidence of her intent to engage in violent acts during the riot.
Siblings broke into the Capitol building during the Capitol Riot
According to prosecutors, on the morning of January 6, the Konold siblings joined forces with members of the Proud Boys, a far-right group, before breaking into the Capitol building with other rioters. During the chaos, Cory took a police officer’s riot helmet, which he later returned via a family member under his instructions.
Following the riot, Felicia allegedly posted a video online where she appeared to be exulting in her role during the event. In the video, she spoke about leading the group and feeling supported by those around her. She also displayed a “challenge coin” marked with Proud Boys insignia, claiming affiliation with a Kansas City chapter of the group.
Despite these allegations, Felicia defended her actions in a February 2021 interview with Tucson station KOLD, asserting that she had never communicated with any Proud Boys members and was fighting for the freedom of all Americans.
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