After Violence At Capitol, Solon Police Assure Residents

SOLON, OH — After a right-wing mob broke into the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Solon police took to social media to remind residents that unexpected crime can happen anywhere.

"As we consider the civil unrest that occurred in Washington yesterday, we are reminded that events like that can happen anywhere. Please be assured that we remain watchful and vigilant in our patrols," police said on Facebook.

Police added a call for residents to contact police if they see anything suspicious. The Solon police's non-emergency phone numbers is 440-248-1234. Residents can also call 911 in an emergency.

Protests in Washington, D.C. were sparked Wednesday as the U.S. Congress moved to count the Electoral College votes from the November presidential election. Far right supporters of President Donald Trump, who lost to President-elect Joe Biden, stormed barricades and forced their way into the Capitol building, disrupting the process.

The mayhem overwhelmed Capitol Police, who evacuated members of Congress as violence escalated and a California woman was shot to death. Three other deaths were reported around the Capitol grounds. DC's police chief said one woman and two men suffered medical emergencies which resulted in their deaths.

Ohio's elected officials, from both parties, have condemned the violence and called for a restoration of order.