J6 Capitol Cop Who Shot Ashli Babbitt Had Troubling Record, Questionable Promotion [Video]

The Capitol Police officer who fatally shot unarmed protester Ashli Babbitt during the events of January 6, 2021, has a disciplinary record riddled with firearm-related incidents and troubling behavior, according to findings from a House investigation.

Yet, despite this extensive history, Michael Byrd was not only cleared of wrongdoing in the Babbitt shooting but also promoted to captain—a decision that has sparked scrutiny and outrage, as reported by Just The News.

I will always remember this beautiful soul. R.I.PAshli Babbit 😢😢♥️😇 pic.twitter.com/7JmCOCv8j7

— ♥️Allie🇺🇸 (@Imcg_2) January 6, 2023

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Congressional and police documents, unveiled by the House Administration Oversight Subcommittee, detail Byrd’s checkered past. His record includes:

• A 2004 firearm incident:Byrd, while off duty, fired his weapon at a stolen vehicle fleeing his neighborhood. Investigators found evidence contradicting Byrd’s claim that he fired in self-defense, with one bullet hole discovered …