Woodland Park man turns himself in, now faces charges regarding U.S. Capitol riots
TELLER COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- On Monday, Teller County Sheriff's Office confirmed Robert Gieswein, 24, turned himself in to the Teller County Jail.
Gieswein faces multiple charges for his alleged participation in the U.S. Capitol riots on Jan. 6.
According to an FBI affidavit filed against him, Gieswein is charged with the following:
- Assault on a federal officer
- Destruction of government property
- Obstruction of an official proceeding
- Entering a restricted building or grounds
- Violent entry or disorderly conduct
- Aiding and abetting
The Teller County Sheriff's Office said they are turning him over to federal authorities.
