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U.S. Capitol Police

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In 2013, 13 U.S. Capitol Police officers were assaulted; 6 sustained injuries.

Type of activity

All 13 of the officers attacked were assigned to patrol or guard duty.

Weapons

All 13 of the officers were assaulted with other weapons which were not specified.

Dispositional information

Dispositions were not reported for the 9 suspects who were identified in the assaults on U.S. Capitol Police officers.