At Least 1 Coloradan Arrested At U.S. Capitol After Mob Attack

At least one Coloradan was arrested at the U.S. Capitol during violence that broke out Wednesday. A mob fought with police, and some rioters breached the Capitol. A woman was shot to death, and three other deaths were reported.

A Capitol police officer died Thursday night after he was injured in the riot, officials confirmed.

A 34-year-old Coloradan was charged with possession of a prohibited weapon and curfew violation, arrest records show. Their identity has not been released. Some arrest records don't show people's home states, so it's unclear whether more Coloradans were arrested.

The FBI is asking for tips and video that can identify the rioters who came out in support of President Donald Trump and temporarily halted the confirmation of Joe Biden as the next president of the United States.

Don’t miss the latest news updates in Colorado. Sign up for free Patch news alerts and newsletters for what you need to know daily.

The riot overwhelmed Capitol Police, who evacuated members of Congress as violence escalated, and a California woman was shot to death. She has been identified as Ashli Babbit, according to multiple reports. She was reportedly a 14-year Air Force veteran who was a strong supporter of the president.

One woman and two men suffered fatal medical emergencies, but the nature of their deaths has not been released.

Metropolitan Police in D.C. made 69 arrests from Wednesday afternoon into the night for curfew violations and other offenses.

D.C. police arrested at least 30 people for violating the curfew, which has been extended through Jan. 21. At least five guns were seized from the unruly crowd, according to officials. None of those arrested are D.C. residents, police said.

The Capitol was stormed after Trump told the teeming crowd of protesters at a rally that he would never concede. However, he later seemed to capitulate to critics who said he had fueled the insurgents, telling his supporters to "go home in peace."

"This was a fraudulent election," he said in a tweeted video at 4:17 p.m. ET, "but we cannot play into the hands of these people."

But the president was castigated for telling his supporters, "We love you. You're very special."

Republican and Democratic Colorado lawmakers took a stand against the violence and turmoil at the U.S. Capitol.

Shortly before 6 p.m. ET, law enforcement told reporters on scene that the Capitol building was secure.

The Senate and House resumed the electoral count at 8 p.m. ET, with comments from the vice president and Senate leaders condemning the "thugs" who desecrated the building. At 3:40 a.m. Thursday, lawmakers completed their constitutionally mandated count.

Overnight, Trump grudgingly acknowledged his defeat.

"Even though I totally disagree with the outcome of the election, and the facts bear me out, nevertheless there will be an orderly transition on January 20th," he said in a tweet issued by a staffer. Twitter suspended Trump's account for 12 hours over continued falsehoods about election fraud.

On Thursday, the FBI asked for tips and digital media from the rioting and violence that can to lead agents to the D.C. rioters. The agency said anyone who saw unlawful violent actions is asked to submit their information, photos or videos at fbi.gov/USCapitol. Witnesses also can call -800-CALL-FBI (1-‪800-225-5324) to report tips.

The Associated Press contributed reporting to this story.

Patch Editor Michael O'Connell also contributed to this report.