(Jasper County, IN) - A man killed in a police shooting in the area was recently pardoned by President Trump.

Matthew Huttle, 42, of Hobart received a pardon for his role in the Capitol building riot four years ago in Washington D.C.  He was killed two days ago by a Jasper County Sheriff's Deputy during a traffic stop.

Indiana State Police said early findings of the investigation show the deputy stopped his car and was trying to arrest the suspect when a fight started.
 

Police said the deputy fired the shot during the altercation, killing the man who was in possession of a gun.