Former DC police charged with fraud are honored on Jan. 6 plaque
Two former Washington, D.C.police officers involved in an overtime fraud scheme are featured on a local exhibit commemorating their response to the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Arrest warrants have been issued for Lieutenant Peter Sheldon, Sergeant Frantz Fulcher, and four others for allegedly embezzling tens of thousands of dollars through false overtime claims. Sheldon and Fulcher’s names are displayed alongside a QR code linking to a plaque installed in the Capitol, honoring law enforcement heroes of that day. Despite their recognition,both officers are accused of defrauding taxpayers of over $193,000 collectively,with allegations alleging manipulation of records and false claims for secondary employment. Their arrest warrants were executed following charges of fraud,theft,forgery,and false statements. The case underscores issues of trust in law enforcement and features efforts by advocates and Congress to honor officers’ service while addressing misconduct. The officers’ actions and the delayed installation of the Capitol plaque have been topics of public and legal debate, with some lawmakers emphasizing their heroism amidst the controversy.
Two former Washington, D.C., police officers facing charges in an overtime fraud scheme are featured on a local exhibit commemorating their response to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
A D.C. judge issued arrest warrants for former Metropolitan Police Department Lieutenant Peter Sheldon, former Sergeant Frantz Fulcher, and four others for allegedly pocketing tens of thousands of dollars in false overtime hours, officials announced Tuesday. Lawmakers included Sheldon and Fulcher’s names among hundreds in a QR code link on the wall next to a Jan. 6 plaque installed in the Capitol building in March.
Recommended Stories
“On behalf of a grateful Congress, this plaque honors the extraordinary individuals who bravely protected and defended this symbol of democracy on January 6, 2021,” the wall display says about the pro-Trump riot. “Their heroism will never be forgotten.”
But Fulcher and Sheldon allegedly defrauded taxpayers of $174,915.39 and $18,272.72, respectively, in 2024, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s office alleged Tuesday. Their arrest warrants were executed on Wednesday, according to court documents.
“Every day, we rely on law enforcement to uphold the public’s trust,” said Pirro, whose office is prosecuting the case. “These MPD members betrayed that trust by scheming to collect unearned, undeserved income, costing the taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars.”
Court records do not yet list attorneys for Fulcher and Sheldon.
The six defendants in the case will face charges of fraud, theft, forgery, and uttering false statements, according to the Department of Justice. The current and former MPD officers stole the money by manipulating records, fabricating supervisor approvals, and claiming compensation while working secondary employment, Pirro’s team alleged.
ONE YEAR LATER, SOME DC RESIDENTS PRAISE TRUMP’S NATIONAL GUARD DEPLOYMENT
Advocates of the officers on Jan. 6 fought in court and in Congress to speed up the plaque’s installation, as it was delayed for roughly three years. Former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and MPD Officer Daniel Hodges sued in June 2025 to compel the Architect of the Capitol to honor Congress’s prior installation date. Senators finally overcame the deadlock in January and voted to finish the job.
“Their brave actions upheld the rule of law and ensured that our democratic institutions could continue to function as intended,” outgoing Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) said in January about the officers while celebrating the vote.
" Conservative News Daily does not always share or support the views and opinions expressed here; they are just those of the writer."
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
