Man with Felony Record Arrested in Attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar
A man with a prior felony conviction has been arrested in connection with an attack on U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar.
Authorities confirmed the suspect, Anthony Kazmierczak, was taken into custody following the incident, which drew widespread attention due to Omar's high-profile status.
Kazmierczak was convicted of felony auto theft in 1989. He’s also had multiple driving under the influence arrests and traffic citations.
Law enforcement officials identified the suspect as having a criminal history, including a previous felony conviction. Investigators also noted the individual had posted pro-Trump content on social media prior to the attack. The relevance of these posts to the case has not been publicly detailed.
The attack occurred amid ongoing concerns about safety and security for elected officials. Omar was reportedly unharmed during the incident.
Officials continue to investigate the motives and circumstances surrounding the attack. No additional suspects have been reported, and further updates are expected as the case develops.