Did Thomas Matthew Crooks, the suspected gunman in the shocking attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump, act alone or was there a second shooter? As the FBI dives into the motive behind the attack, Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bevins expressed uncertainty. "We have one shooter tentatively identified, but our investigation continues. We're following many leads, and it will take some time before we can conclusively determine if there was only one gunman," Bevins stated.
Trump narrowly escaped the terrifying assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Crooks, only 20 years old, fired multiple shots from a rooftop over 130 yards away. One bullet grazed Trump's ear, but the assailant was quickly taken down by Secret Service snipers.
Crooks had positioned himself on the roof of a manufacturing plant and fired at Trump during the outdoor rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds. An AR-style rifle was found at the scene. The motive behind Crooks' actions remains a mystery, adding to the anxiety and urgency of the ongoing investigation. Pennsylvania voter records show that a Thomas Matthew Crooks, with the same address and birth date, is registered as a Republican. However, the records do not specify when this registration occurred.
The swift response of the Secret Service counter-sniper team resulted in a direct headshot, immediately neutralizing Crooks. The incident happened shortly after Trump began his speech, with the former president grimacing in pain and clutching his right ear as blood became visible. Despite the chaos, Trump defiantly turned to the crowd, raising his fist in a powerful gesture of resilience.
"I was shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear," Trump later posted on Truth Social, describing the moment he heard the whizzing sound and felt the searing pain as the bullet tore through his skin.
Authorities, including the FBI and local law enforcement, are working tirelessly to understand Crooks' motive. Officials confirmed they are treating the shooting as an attempted assassination.
The open-air venue at the Butler Farm Show grounds provided an almost unobstructed line of sight for the shooter, raising serious concerns about how such a security breach could occur. House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer announced an investigation into the incident, calling for a thorough review of the Secret Service's protocols and response.
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In a shocking incident that has raised concerns about stability ahead of the 2024 US presidential election, former President Donald Trump was hit in the ear by a gunman during a rally in Pennsylvania today. The 78-year-old Republican candidate was addressing a fervent crowd when the shooting occurred. The assailant's bullet struck Trump in the ear, causing visible bleeding on his face. The US Secret Service swiftly intervened, moving Trump offstage to safety.
Following the incident, Ivanka Trump, the daughter of the former president, expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming support and concern in a post shared on X, formerly known as Twitter. In a statement released shortly after the shooting, she praised the Secret Service and law enforcement for their quick actions, which she credited with preventing further tragedy. "Thank you for your love and prayers for my father and for the other victims of today's senseless violence in Butler, Pennsylvania," Ivanka Trump stated. "I am grateful to the Secret Service and all the other law enforcement officers for their quick and decisive actions today. I continue to pray for our country. I love you, Dad, today and always."
The rally was attended by thousands of Trump supporters, and the shooting was captured live on news channels. As the bullet hit his ear, Trump was seen ducking while the Secret Service surrounded him. He could be heard making a few comments on an audio feed from the stage, saying, "Let me get my shoes," as he was escorted to safety. Trump was also seen pumping his fist to the crowd before being taken offstage. Meanwhile, his son, Donald Trump Jr., emphasized his father's resilience and dedication to his political mission. "He'll never stop fighting to Save America," he stated.
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