Former Panthers player charged in Jan. 6 riot
WASHINGTON, DC – A former Carolina Panther is facing charges for his role in the January 6th riot.
Leander Antwione Williams is facing charges, including misdemeanor offenses of entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds.
According to court documents, Williams was a part of the first group of rioters that breached the Capitol.
Williams played linebacker for the Panthers in 2018.