Willard John Purkel, Jr.

Willard John Purkel Jr., 51, of Covington, Louisiana, trespassed over the restricted perimeter around the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot and went to the east side of the building, where he was among a crowd of rioters who forced entry through the East Rotunda Doors; he attended the riot along with his son, Colby John Purkel, and the two were arrested together in November 2023. He pleaded guilty to all charges, including civil disorder. He was sentenced on 9/12/2024 to 60 days of incarceration, 9 months of supervised release, a $170 special assessment, and $2,000 in restitution.