South Dakota Woman Amy Willis Charged In Jan. 6 Capitol Riot Case
Could a moment of boastfulness lead to a reckoning? Amy Rebekah Willis, a resident of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is now facing charges related to her alleged involvement in the January 6th, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
The wheels of justice, it appears, grind slowly but surely. Federal law enforcement has once again ensnared an individual linked to the events of January 6, 2021, this time drawing a South Dakota resident into the fold. Amy Rebekah Willis, a woman from Sioux Falls, is now facing legal repercussions for her alleged participation in the riot that shook the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. According to court documents, the investigation began with a tip to the FBI. A South Dakota resident reportedly overheard Willis bragging about being inside the Capitol building on January 6th, 2021. This seemingly casual disclosure set in motion a series of events that culminated in Willis's arrest.
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Full Name | Amy Rebekah Willis |
Age (as of November 2024) | 59 years old (Born February 3, 1965) |
Location | Sioux Falls, South Dakota |
Aliases/Nicknames | Amy R. Hagen, Amy R. Willis |
Professional Affiliations | Owner of a herbal retail store (since 2011) |
Education | Master Herbalist, School of Natural Healing |
Date of Arrest | July 18, 2024 |
Criminal Charges | Misdemeanor charges, including knowingly entering or remaining in a restricted building. |
Legal Proceedings | Initial appearance set for July 18, 2024, at 11:00 AM in Sioux Falls courtroom 3 before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. |
Related Persons | Steven Willis (Possible relative) |
Business | Founder of 24/7 Canine Cabin - a doggy daycare and boarding center. |
Link to LinkedIn Profile | Amy Willis LinkedIn Profile |
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