WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — A Kittery man is the latest Mainer to be charged in connection with the Jan. 6 insurrection in Washington, D.C.
Lincoln Deming, 44, of Kittery was arrested Saturday, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia. Deming is accused of attempting to break through a barricade, throwing an object at officers, and entering the Senate gallery. He was charged with felony civil disorder and disorderly conduct, among other charges.
"Video shows Deming pulling on a bike rack barricade in an apparent attempt to infiltrate the police line and allow rioters to overtake the West Plaza," the U.S. Attorney's office said in a statement. "He fell while apparently using his body weight to pull on the barrier. Body-worn camera footage shows Deming re-approached the police line. At approximately 2:07 p.m., Deming threw an object toward officers on the West Plaza. Deming left the West Plaza and made his way up a set of stairs to the Upper West Terrace at approximately 2:18 p.m.
"Deming entered the Capitol through the Senate Wing Door at approximately 2:23 p.m. and remained inside the Capitol for approximately 33 minutes. He made his way to the third floor, where he attempted to open several locked doors, including the Dome Bulfinch Door. He also entered the Senate Gallery. Deming exited the Capitol through the Rotunda Doors at approximately 2:56 p.m."
More than 1,400 people have been arrested in connection with the riot.