Tennessee Man Convicted for Plotting to Assassinate FBI Agents After Capitol Riot

Tennessee Man Convicted for Plotting to Assassinate FBI Agents After Capitol Riot

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Conviction Details

, 35, was convicted in for conspiracy to murder federal employees, among other charges, linked to a plot against agents investigating his Capitol riot involvement. He faces potential life imprisonment.

The charges stem from Kelley's creation of a "kill list" targeting FBI agents and others, with plans for attacks including car bombs and drone-incendiary devices.

Trial and Evidence

Testimonies revealed Kelley's intent to assassinate FBI agents in various locations, including their homes and publicly. A witness provided a list of 37 names to the police as part of the investigation.

Kelley's previous conviction for his role in the and the subsequent murder plot highlight ongoing prosecutions related to the January 6 events, despite political promises of pardons.
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