Derek Andrew Nelson

Derek Andrew Nelson, a former Marine nicknamed "Conan O'Riot" by online "Sedition Hunters" for his resemblance to the comedian, wore a colonial blue peacoat, tricorn hat, and gloves to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, telling a videographer he had come "to start a revolution," and during the breach of police lines grabbed an officer's shield and tried to body-check another before helping a fellow rioter recover the dropped shield. He wrote in his plea agreement that he had come to Washington "prepared for the possibility of violence." He pleaded guilty to one charge, entering a restricted building or grounds, with other charges dismissed. He was sentenced on 7/10/2024 to 75 days of incarceration, 12 months of supervised release, $500 in restitution, and a $25 special assessment.