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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Jon Seidel

Man from southwest suburbs accused of spraying officers, breaking windows during Capitol riot

Authorities say this picture depicts William Lewis of Burbank during the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot. (U.S. District Court records)

A man from southwest suburban Burbank has been arrested and faces criminal charges for allegedly deploying wasp and hornet spray at police officers during the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot.

William Lewis, 57, is charged with assaulting, resisting or impeding officers, as well as civil disorder. He is also charged with several additional misdemeanors. He was arrested Thursday in Burbank and was later ordered released on conditions by U.S. Magistrate Judge Sheila Finnegan.

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