"Federal Charges Filed Against Suspect in Arson at Bernie Sanders' Vermont Office"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Shant Soghomonian, 35, was arrested and hit with federal charges for allegedly setting fire to the door of Sen. Bernie Sanders' office in Burlington, Vermont, while staff was inside. Surveillance footage captured Soghomonian spraying a liquid on the door and lighting it with a handheld lighter before quickly leaving the scene. If convicted, he could face 5 to 20 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $250,000. The motive for the incident remains under investigation, and Soghomonian is awaiting his first court appearance. Sanders expressed gratitude for the swift response of law enforcement and the support received following the incident.
