Hardin County man charged in connection to US Capitol riot on Jan. 6

Aug 17, 2021
Aug 17, 2021 Updated Aug 17, 2021

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Hardin County man was arrested Tuesday in connection to the deadly breach of the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Jan. 6.

FBI Louisville said agents arrested Joseph Irwin. Irwin has been charged with unlawful entry and disorderly conduct in a restricted building and disorderly conduct and parading/demonstrating in the Capitol building.

Hardin County Sheriff John Ward confirmed to WDRB News on Tuesday that Irwin worked as a deputy for the department sometime before he took over in 2015. Ward said he didn't know how long he served but added that Irwin is a veteran.

More than a dozen Kentuckians have been charged in the rioting at the Capitol. For a full list of those facing charges, click here.