David DePape, the man who targeted Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi’s home on October 28, 2022, was today sentenced to a staggering 360 months in prison for his assault and attempted kidnapping charges. The sentence comes after DePape broke into Pelosi’s San Francisco residence, where he violently assaulted her husband, Paul Pelosi.
United States Attorney Ismail J. Ramsey and FBI Special Agent in Charge Robert K. Tripp announced the sentence, which was handed down by U.S. District Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley. ‘This sentence is a warning: violence against those who serve the public and their families will not be tolerated,’ said Attorney General Merrick B. Garland.
DePape, 44, of Richmond, California, had weeks prior collected personal information about Pelosi and planned to kidnap her, intending to hold her hostage and break her kneecaps. He entered the Pelosi home with a hammer, sledgehammer, duct tape, rope, zip ties, and electronic items.
Paul Pelosi managed to call 9-1-1 during the assault, but DePape struck him three times with full force, fracturing his skull. The trial evidence revealed that DePape made various threats as he confronted Mr. Pelosi, standing only feet away from him with a hammer and restraints.
‘Today’s sentencing of David DePape to a significant prison term sends a clear message that violence and intimidation have no place in our community nor our political discourse,’ said FBI Special Agent in Charge Robert Tripp. ‘The FBI is committed to protecting all citizens and ensuring that our democracy remains strong and resilient against those who seek to harm it.’
U.S. Attorney Ramsey thanked the FBI, San Francisco Police Department, U.S. Capitol Police, and his prosecution team for their swift and decisive conclusion of the case.
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Key Facts
- State: California
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime|Public Corruption|Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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