Brian Cole Jr., a Virginia man, has been arrested in connection with the pipe bomb incidents that occurred in Washington, D.C. on the eve of the January 6 Capitol riots. Neighbors expressed shock at the news, as Cole is believed to hold pro-Trump views and subscribed to conspiracy theories regarding the 2020 election. Authorities stated that Cole admitted to planting the devices and faces severe legal repercussions, potentially up to 20 years in prison. Investigations led to his arrest after the FBI traced bank and cell records, and he reportedly confessed in interviews following his capture. The case has raised significant questions about the safety measures surrounding the Capitol and the handling of evidence over the years.