4 Dead in US Capitol Riot... 'Pipe Bombs' Also Found

[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] The number of deaths resulting from the unprecedented breach of the U.S. Capitol has risen to four. It is reported that many people were injured in the incident, raising concerns about further casualties.

On the 6th (local time), the Washington DC Police stated that three people who were receiving hospital treatment due to the Capitol breach have died. The Washington DC Police previously reported that, in addition to a woman who died from gunshot wounds, three others receiving emergency treatment have also died.

Robert Contee, Chief of the Washington DC Police Department, announced, "One woman and two men who were receiving emergency treatment have ultimately lost their lives." Earlier, Chief Contee had announced that one woman died from gunshot wounds.

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It has not been disclosed whether the deceased were protesters or members of the Capitol security or police who were trying to restrain the protesters.

The Washington DC Fire Department and others reported that many people were injured with fractures and other injuries due to the Capitol breach. It is known that a significant number of protesters were injured after falling while climbing the walls of the Capitol building.

Meanwhile, the Washington DC Police announced that two bombs, including pipe bombs, were discovered in connection with the breach.

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