NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 26, 2026Hillsborough
U.S. Capitol Police arrest man and seize guillotine from truck near Capitol
U.S. Capitol Police arrested a 35-year-old California man and seized a multi-foot tall guillotine found in the bed of his pickup truck parked near the U.S. Capitol building. The suspect faces one count of carrying a dangerous weapon following the discovery on East Capitol Street.
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The incident involves a security event near federal government buildings, resulting in a criminal charge and an ongoing investigation into the suspect's motives.
Key Facts
- U.S. Capitol Police arrested Philan-Tam-Duy Le, 35, of Julian, California.
- The suspect faces one count of carrying a dangerous weapon.
- A multi-foot tall guillotine was found in the bed of a pickup truck.
- The truck was parked illegally on the 100 block of East Capitol Street.
- The location of the incident was near the U.S. Capitol, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress.
- Capitol Police are investigating the suspect's background and motives for traveling to Washington, D.C.
Who's Mentioned
personPhilan-Tam-Duy Le“The 35-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the incident.”location100 block of East Capitol St.“The location where the truck was parked and the arrest occurred.”locationJulian, Calif.“The suspect's place of residence.”organizationU.S. Capitol Police“Law enforcement agency that made the arrest and seizure.”other35“Age of the suspect.”other100“Block number of the incident location.”