Capitol Police Internal Affairs Division probe led to a recommendation that Michael Byrd be fired for the 2001 incident. He kept his job.
The union’s statements come after reports that the officer who fatally shot Ashli Babbitt received special financial support from police leadership under pressure from Democrats.
The committee’s investigation uncovered evidence that the Capitol Police went to extraordinary lengths to promote Byrd and provide him financial support not received by other officers on duty on Jan. 6.
Now-Captain Michael Byrd also given favorable treatment, including $36,000 retention bonus and $21,000 in home security upgrades, House report says.
The issues in officer Michael Byrd’s background included a failed shotgun qualification test, a failed FBI background check, a suspension for a lost weapon and referral to prosecutors for firing his gun at a stolen car.
Previously undisclosed radio dispatch, obtained exclusively by The Epoch Times, reveals Lt. Byrd’s actions after fatally striking Ms. Babbitt.
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