Port Charlotte man found guilty for role in January 6 riots

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A Port Charlotte man has been found guilty in connection to his role in the January 6 Capitol riot.

John Joseph Richter is now convicted of obstruction of an official proceeding.

He was also found guilty of entering and remaining in a restricted building, and disorderly conduct in the Capitol building.

Richter will be sentenced in August.

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