Justice Dept. charges brothers with assaulting NYT photographer

The U.S. Justice Department leveled charges against two individuals, Philip and David Walker, in connection with an assault on a New York Times photographer during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. The brothers face allegations of physically pushing the photographer to the ground and stealing her camera as part of the mob that unlawfully breached security around the Capitol, disrupting the official certification of the 2020 election results.

According to the criminal complaint filed by the FBI, the New York Times photographer was assaulted at the top of the East Rotunda stairs inside the Capitol building. The complaint further states that the Walkers forcibly took the photographer's camera and fled down the staircase, subsequently disposing of the stolen property.

Charges and Legal Proceedings

The brothers are facing multiple charges, including theft of the camera, assault with the intent to commit a felony, and unlawful entry into the Capitol. Additionally, Philip Walker has been charged with destroying personal property as outlined in the complaint. The legal proceedings will determine the extent of the consequences they will face for their involvement in this incident.