The incident occurred in October 2022 when DePape broke into the San Francisco residence of the Pelosis and assaulted Paul Pelosi with a hammer, fracturing his skull.
The jury deliberated for two days before reaching a verdict, convicting DePape on charges of "kidnapping and assault on account of a federal official's performance of official duties." He now faces a potential sentence of up to 50 years in prison.
The attack on Paul Pelosi, 83, took place just days before the midterm elections. He suffered a skull fracture after being struck in the head with a hammer during the early morning assault. DePape was arrested at the scene and charged with attempted kidnapping and assault on account of a federal official's performance of official duties. These charges carry maximum sentences of 20 years and 30 years, respectively. DePape has pleaded not guilty to these charges.
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While DePape has been found guilty on the federal counts, he still faces state charges related to the attack on Paul Pelosi. The details of these charges have not been specified.
This verdict brings some closure to the violent incident that shook the Pelosis' San Francisco home. The attack on a federal official highlights the dangers faced by those in public service and the importance of ensuring their safety.
The sentencing phase will now determine the length of DePape's imprisonment, taking into account the severity of the crime and any mitigating factors.
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