Iced Earth Guitarist Jon Schaffer Sentenced to Probation for Capitol Riot Involvement
Schaffer, a former Oath Keeper, pleads guilty and cooperates with investigators, avoiding further jail time.
- Jon Schaffer, guitarist for Iced Earth, received three years' probation for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot.
- Schaffer was one of the first to breach the Capitol and carried bear spray, though he did not engage in violence.
- He pleaded guilty to obstruction of an official proceeding and entering a restricted building with a deadly weapon.
- Schaffer's cooperation with federal investigators was noted, contributing to his avoidance of additional prison time.
- Over 1,500 individuals have faced charges related to the Capitol riot, with more than 1,000 receiving sentences.