Former head of Metropolitan Police intelligence unit Shane Lamond was found guilty of four counts, including obstruction of justice and lying to investigators, for feeding information to Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio. Tarrio is already serving 22 years for seditious conspiracy related to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. During the trial, Tarrio admitted to lying to his Proud Boys associates about receiving information from Lamond. Prosecutors argued that Lamond was a “double agent” for the Proud Boys, informing Tarrio about an arrest warrant in connection with burning a Black Lives Matter banner in Washington. Lamond’s defense claimed his communications with Tarrio were part of his job, but evidence showed his support for the Proud Boys even after the attack. Federal officials condemned Lamond’s actions, with U.S. Attorney Matthew Graves stating that Lamond’s betrayal of trust put the community at risk. FBI Assistant Director David Sundberg emphasized that Lamond broke the law by providing confidential information, obstructing an investigation, and lying to investigators. President Donald Trump has promised to pardon Jan. 6 defendants, but it is unclear if Tarrio will be included. The trial highlighted the impact of a law enforcement official abusing their position of power and trust.
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Ex-D.C. police intelligence chief convicted of warning Proud Boys leader before Jan. 6 riot
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