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The Capitol Police officer who shot and killed Ashli Babbitt during the January 6 riot at the US Capitol will reveal his identity in an interview with NBC News' Lester Holt airing Thursday.
"Speaking out and revealing his identity publicly for the first time, the officer will share his perspective on the events of that day, including the aftermath of the deadly insurrection and the threats he has received," NBC News said in a press release announcing the upcoming interview.
The interview with air Thursday on "NBC Nightly News," which is anchored by Holt. Other portions of the officer's interview will air on other NBC News platforms, including on "TODAY" and on MSNBC.
He was formally exonerated of wrongdoing in Babbitt's killing following an internal investigation, NBC News previously reported.
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