Emerging video footage challenges the veracity of Capitol Police Officer Aquilino Gonell’s claims about injuries he sustained during the January 6 Capitol protest. The footage, coincidentally recorded during a protestor’s resuscitation, portrays Officer Gonell seemingly unhurt, conducting his duties without discernible evidence of severe physical impairment.
Gonell is seen arriving at the incident, maintaining a peripheral role while medical professionals perform resuscitation. Throughout the seven-minute video, he remains in contact with his colleagues via radio and phone, carefully observing the unfolding situation.
Contradicting Officer Gonell’s assertions of enduring medical damage, the video paints a seemingly different reality, showing him seemingly unaffected during the midst of the protest. Following his claims, he resigned from the Capitol Police in December 2022, citing permanent physical and emotional trauma from the event.
The emergence of this footage has rekindled scrutiny of the January 6 incidents and Gonell’s statements, initiating a new wave of investigations into his alleged injuries and his decision to leave the force. The newly surfaced evidence adds another layer to an already complex narrative surrounding the events of that day.
BREAKING VIDEO: For 2 1/2 years, Capitol Police officer Aquilino Gonell has lied about injuries he sustained on Jan 6.
He has testified under oath and in federal court proceedings that he suffered near-death injuries.
New J6 video contradicts Gonell's claims that protesters… pic.twitter.com/UvQvhES1h5
— Julie Kelly 🇺🇸 (@julie_kelly2) July 24, 2023
This development calls for a comprehensive reevaluation of the impact of the January 6 events, further exploring Gonell’s narrative and shedding light on his departure from the force. This reinvigorated interest underscores the importance of balanced, thorough investigation in ensuring an accurate understanding of historical events.
