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Matthew Huttle, 42, hailed from Indiana and was recently pardoned by President Donald Trump in connection with the January 6 riot at the Capitol. Huttle was shot and killed by a Jasper County Sheriff’s deputy during a traffic light encounter on Sunday. According to the police, the location is close to the Pulaski County line on S.R. 14.
According to the Indiana State Police, shortly after 4 p.m., a Jasper County Sheriff’s deputy initiated a traffic stop involving Matthew Huttle. It is said that during this traffic encounter, Huttle engaged in obstruction and a physical tussle with the officer. Police stated Huttle was armed but did not say whether he had fired the gun or describe its location, according to The US Today.
In a press release, Indiana State Police said:
"An altercation took place between the suspect and the officer, which resulted in the officer firing his weapon and fatally wounding the suspect. The investigation also shows that during the traffic stop, the suspect was in possession of a firearm."
Authorities have not disclosed the reason for the attempted arrest or provided additional information regarding the weapon. Huttle was among over 1,500 individuals pardoned by Trump for their roles in the Capitol riot, granted clemency on the first day of Trump’s second term. News of his death has sparked widespread concern and debate online, with most people asking to see the body cam footage of the cop.
The Indiana State Police are overseeing the inquiry, with support from the Jasper County Prosecutor’s Office. The investigation is still underway, and no additional details will be shared at this time. Upon completion, the results will be forwarded to the Jasper County Prosecutor’s Office for a formal evaluation.
Why was Matthew Huttle arrested?
On January 6, 2021, the Capitol was breached, and both Matthew Huttle and his uncle Dale Huttle were among the many involved. Police arrested Matthew in November of 2022 after video footage captured him entering many areas inside the Capitol, including offices and the Crypt.
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He was sentenced to six months in prison and one year of supervised release in November 2023, the charge being lesser than that levied against his uncle. Dale Huttle received a longer prison sentence because of his acts that day, which included striking police officers with a flagpole during the riot. Both men served some time associated with this Capitol event.
The death of Matthew Huttle has sparked a wave of online debate and concern, mainly due to his recent pardon by President Donald Trump.
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