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**Utah Resident Sentenced to Six Years for Participation in Capitol Riot**
In a notable case stemming from the January 6 Capitol riot, Utah resident John Earle Sullivan has been sentenced to a six-year prison term. Sullivan, convicted of obstructing an official proceeding and possessing a dangerous weapon during the events, has been recognized for his intentional involvement in the insurrection aimed at causing disruption and chaos.
Sullivan, who arrived at the Capitol outfitted with a ballistic vest, gas mask, and armed with a bullhorn, was found to have played a significant role in encouraging the rioters during the breach. His actions have drawn considerable attention, not only due to the severity of his involvement but also because of his attempt to profit from the chaos; Sullivan was apprehended in Salt Lake City after receiving over $90,000 for footage capturing the riot’s intensity.
The sentencing is part of a broader nationwide crackdown, with over 1,385 individuals charged across nearly all 50 states for their involvement in crimes related to the insurrection at the Capitol. The wide-reaching impact of these charges underscores the extensive efforts by law enforcement to hold those responsible accountable, highlighting the ongoing consequences of the events that unfolded on that January day.