Vandal Causes Damage and Fire During Break-In at Washington State Capitol

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A man named Gunnar Schubert broke into the Washington State Capitol, caused damage by knocking over statues and burning flags, and was arrested after a brief chase. The incident was linked to a mental health crisis, with no political motivation involved. Schubert has a history of criminal activity and was quickly apprehended by police.
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