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Eric Munchel
"Zip-Tie Guy"
January 6th Insurrectionist; Carried Flex Cuffs
Overview
Eric Munchel became known as the"zip-tie guy"after being photographed inside the Capitol carrying flex-cuffs (plastic handcuffs) during the January 6th insurrection. The image raised questions about whether insurrectionists planned to take hostages. He entered with his mother Lisa Eisenhart and was wearing tactical gear.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
ZIP TIES/FLEX CUFFS: Carried restraints into Capitol
TACTICAL GEAR: Wore body armor, holster
HOSTAGE INTENT: Cuffs suggested hostage plans
MOTHER PARTNER: Stormed Capitol with mom
SENATE GALLERY: Entered gallery
Related Investigations (1)
Criminal Charges & Violations
2 documented violations
18 U.S.C. � 1512(c)(2)Obstruction of Official Proceeding(CONVICTED)
18 U.S.C. � 1752Entering Restricted Building with Weapon(CONVICTED)
Known Associates & Connections
Lisa Eisenhart
Mother, co-defendant
Sources & Documentation
2 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
- Born
- 1989 (approx)
- Birthplace
- Tennessee
Education
- •Unknown
Key Timeline
January 6, 2021
Storms Capitol with flex cuffs
January 10, 2021
Arrested
2023
Convicted
2023
Sentenced