FBI hikes reward for info on RNC, DNC pipe bombs to $500,000

The Federal Bureau of Investigation on Wednesday raised its reward for information on the individual who placed pipe bombs near the headquarters buildings for both the Republican National Committee and Democratic National Committee the night before the chaos at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, to $500,000.

Though federal officials have apprehended and secured convictions for many individuals who breached the Capitol the following day, the identity of the person who planted the pipe bombs remains one of the biggest lingering mysteries connected with the incident. The reward for information stood at $100,000 prior to Wednesday's hike, according to CNN.

Assistant Director in Charge at the FBI's D.C. Field Office David Sundberg issued a statement expressing optimism that the increased reward would encourage people to come forward with information.

"With the significantly increased reward, we urge those who may have previously hesitated to contact us – or who may not have realized they had important information – to review the information on our website and come forward with anything relevant," the statement read. "Despite the unprecedented volume of data review involved in this case, the FBI and our partners continue to work relentlessly to bring the perpetrator of these dangerous attempted attacks to justice."

"For two years, a dedicated team of FBI agents, analysts, and law enforcement partners have been tirelessly reviewing evidence and digital media related to this case," Sundberg also said, per ABC7. "We remain grateful to the American people, who have provided invaluable tips that have helped us advance the investigation. With the significantly increased reward, we urge those who may have previously hesitated to contact us – or who may not have realized they had important information – to review the information on our website and come forward with anything relevant."

The Department of Justice has pursued numerous charges against the participants. Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes was found guilty of seditious conspiracy in late November.