Capitol Police officer suspended after gun-toting visitor arrested

The U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) said a Massachusetts man was able to take a handgun on a tour of the U.S. Capitol before he was eventually arrested by law enforcement.

Authorities said they were looking for the man on Jan. 21, one day after President Donald Trump was sworn in. , who is believed to be armed and in the area.

USCP noted that as Faber passed through the Capitol Visitor Center (CVC) checkpoint, a magnetometer went off and officers conducted a secondary hand search.

However, the officer missed the handgun and the suspect was allowed inside.

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While canvassing the area, the suspect's vehicle was stopped, searched, and he was arrested, according to USCP.

Authorities said they found a small 9mm handgun hidden in his waistband.

The U.S. Capitol is fenced off in preparation for January 6, 2025. (Fox News Digital)

USCP said the officers who conducted the search have been suspended and are conducting an investigation into the incident.

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“At this time, there is no indication that the man has come to harm the council. Thankfully, no one was harmed,” they said. “The USCP requires the highest standards when it comes to visitor screening, so a full review of this incident has already been ordered and mandatory refresher training on security screening has taken place so this can never happen again.” No.”

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Faber was arrested for unlawful activities, carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, and resisting arrest.

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Fox News Digital has contacted USCP for comment.