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Rochester, N.Y. — A staff member for Rep. Joe Morelle (D-Irondequoit) faces charges in Washington after U.S. Capitol Police reported finding four ammunition magazines and 11 rounds of ammunition in his bag during routine X-ray screening Monday morning.
Police said Michael Hopkins, 38, communications director for the congressman, was going through screening in the Cannon House Office Building around 8:45 a.m. when they found the items in a bag. Hopkins reportedly told police he forgot the ammunition was in his bag.
Hopkins is charged with unlawful possession of ammunition, including one charge for possession of a high-capacity magazine.
Jo Stiles, Morelle’s chief of staff, released a statement shortly after 11 a.m.
This morning, our office was informed that a member of our staff was arrested by Capitol Police. We are currently gathering more information regarding the circumstances of the arrest. Our office is fully committed to cooperating with the investigation. As Ranking Member of the Committee on House Administration, Congressman Morelle is devoted to ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all.
