In a recent development, Dillon Herrington, an Alabama resident who gained notoriety for his involvement in the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, has been charged with first-degree rape. The indictment was handed down by the Limestone County Grand Jury.
Dillon Herrington, often referred to as the “MAGA Lumberjack” after images of him holding lumber during the Capitol riot were widely circulated, were accused of engaging in non-consensual sex with individuals who were unable to consent for the following reasons: He has been accused of doing so. Feelings of physical or mental helplessness. The victim's identity is being withheld for privacy and legal reasons.
The charges come after Herrington was sentenced on Dec. 1 to three years and one month in federal prison. The sentence was given after Herrington pleaded guilty to charges of assaulting, resisting and obstructing a police officer during the Jan. 6 incident.
The nickname “MAGA Lumberjack” is rooted in Herrington's actions on January 6th, specifically his alleged throwing and throwing of wood at police officers, which was photographed and later It spread.
Herrington is currently being held in jail without the option of bail. He is scheduled to appear in court this Friday. The case continues to garner significant attention and highlights the ongoing legal consequences for individuals involved in the January 6 incident and subsequent actions.
