Police officers from multiple agencies are searching for a man Wednesday wanted in connection to the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol.
The FBI is looking for 47-year old-Gregory Yetman who is described as in his 40s and wearing a red jacket and baseball hat.
Authorities put out a notice to expect police activity on Main Street in Helmetta near the border of Monroe Township.
The public was notified they could see helicopters and drones in the area.
East Brunswick police say there is no concern for the safety of the community.
Police are asking anyone with information to call FBI Newark at (973) 792-3000.
Few other details were released.
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Jamesburg police and FBI searching for man wanted in Jan. 6 riot
Nov 08, 2023, 9:25pmUpdated 2h ago
By: Lanette Espy and Lauren Due
A manhunt is underway in Helmetta as police and the FBI are searching for a wanted man who fled on foot into a wooded area, officials say.
The FBI said in a statement that it is looking for Gregory Yetman, 46, of Helmetta. He is described as a white man in his 40s wearing a red jacket and a ball cap.
Yetman is wanted in connection with the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Officials say they were attempting to execute an arrest warrant when the suspect ran away. They say Yetman may be armed.
The search sent Spotswood Public Schools in a shelter in place.
There is a heavy police presence in the area. Main Street in Helmetta was shut down as of Wednesday morning.