MERCER COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - The case continues for a Mercer County couple charged with being part of the January 6, 2021, storming of the U.S. Capitol.

Celina couple arrested on federal charges

Pictured: Don and Shawndale Chilcoat

Donald and Shawndale Chilcoat are facing numerous federal charges from the events of that day, including disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building and obstruction or impeding any official proceeding. A hearing was set for last week for a change of plea, but the case is continuing with a status conference set for next month.

Trial to continue for Mercer County couple facing federal charges for Jan 6, 2021

According to the criminal complaint, the Chilcoats are seen in pictures and video from inside the Capitol Building.

According to the criminal complaint, the Chilcoats are seen in pictures and video from inside the Capitol Building and the chamber where lawmakers were voting to confirm the presidential election as the rioters entered the Capitol. The complaint also has social media posts from Shawndale Chilcoat saying that they broke windows, entered the Capitol, and took pictures among the congressional seats.

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