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Auburn man faces charges in connection with Capitol riot

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An Auburn man is one of multiple from Alabama arrested for participating in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6. 

The 23-year-old William Watson has been charged with civil disorder, being in a restricted building with a dangerous weapon, and disorderly conduct. An investigator said Watson was carrying a can of mace when he entered the Capitol through a broken window.

After being identified as part of the mob, Watson had a bond from a previous drug case revoked.

Watson is the fourth man from Alabama arrested in connection to the insurrection.

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