Sean Michael McHugh

Sean Michael McHugh, 36, of Auburn, California, was among the first rioters to breach the police line and enter the West Plaza during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, pushed a large metal sign into officers, sprayed them with bear spray, and used a megaphone to encourage others to fight law enforcement. He pleaded not guilty to all charges; following a stipulated bench trial on 4/17/2023, he was found guilty of felony obstruction of an official proceeding and assaulting officers using a dangerous weapon, with other charges dismissed. He was sentenced on 9/7/2023 to 78 months of incarceration, 36 months of supervised release, $2,000 in restitution, a $5,000 fine, and a $200 special assessment.