Man Arrested, Charged with Molotov Cocktail Possession Outside D.C. Cathedral
Geri was arrested outside a Washington, D.C. cathedral, charged with unlawful entry, threats, and possessing a Molotov cocktail after refusing to leave the premises.
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Overview
- A man identified as Geri was arrested outside the Cathedral of Saint Matthew the Apostle in Washington, D.C., following an incident involving suspicious materials.
- Geri was charged with unlawful entry, making threats to kidnap or injure a person, and possession of a Molotov cocktail, found during the incident.
- The arrest occurred after Geri reportedly set up a tent outside the D.C. church and refused to leave, despite having been previously banned from the premises.
- Police called the bomb squad and Arson Task Force to the scene to search the suspect's belongings and safely remove the suspicious materials found.
- The charges stem from the alleged possession of a Molotov cocktail and his refusal to vacate the property, highlighting a serious security concern at the cathedral.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources cover this story neutrally, focusing on factual reporting of an arrest outside a D.C. cathedral. They detail the suspect's alleged possession of a Molotov cocktail and threats, citing police statements. The coverage provides context about the Red Mass and a recent church attack, presenting information directly and without evaluative language or overt bias.
"A man was arrested and charged with having a Molotov cocktail outside a Washington, D.C., Catholic church on Sunday ahead of a high-profile Mass meant to mark the start of the Supreme Court term."
CBS News"A 41-year-old man was arrested on Sunday outside the Cathedral of Saint Matthew the Apostle in Washington, D.C., on charges of possessing a Molotov cocktail and making threats to kidnap or injure people, according to police."
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FAQ
Louis Geri is a 41-year-old man from Vineland, New Jersey, arrested outside the Cathedral of Saint Matthew the Apostle for unlawful entry, threats to kidnap or injure a person, and possession of a Molotov cocktail.
Several suspicious items, including vials of liquid, possible fireworks, and a Molotov cocktail, were found in the suspect's tent.
St. Matthew Cathedral has implemented additional security measures, including uniformed and non-uniformed law enforcement presence at all Masses, bans on large bags, backpacks, and other items that could conceal weapons, and encourages vigilance in reporting suspicious activities.
The Red Mass is an annual tradition held on the Sunday before the U.S. Supreme Court's term, bringing together justices, judges, attorneys, and officials for prayer. Security was heightened due to the sensitive nature of the event and the presence of high-profile attendees.
Yes, the investigation is ongoing and involves coordination with the Joint Terrorism Task Force, FBI Washington Field Office, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
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