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Officer Who Shot Ashli Babbitt During Capitol Riot Breaks Silence: 'I Saved Countless Lives'
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August 27, 2021

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In an exclusive interview, Lt. Michael Byrd said he opened fire only as a “last resort” after the rioters failed to comply with his commands. He recounts the chaotic minutes before he shot and killed Ashli Babbitt during the Capitol riot on Jan. 6

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