Shooter in Trump Assassination Attempt Identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks
In a shocking turn of events, the FBI has identified the man who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania as Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old from Bethel Park. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 13, 2024, during a campaign rally in Butler, just outside Pittsburgh.
According to the FBI, Crooks was the subject involved in the assassination attempt on the former president. The gunman was quickly “neutralized” by the Secret Service, who acted heroically to protect Trump and the public. The incident left one spectator dead and two others critically injured.
Law enforcement officials are still trying to uncover the motive behind the attack. At a news conference Saturday night, they emphasized the importance of finding a motive and determining whether Crooks had accomplices.
The shooting took place at the Butler Farm Show grounds, where Trump was addressing a crowd of thousands. The former president was escorted off the stage by his security detail after the shots rang out. Trump later posted on Truth Social that a bullet hit the upper part of his ear, but he is safe and looking forward to appearing at the Republican National Convention.
Crooks was a registered Republican voter from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Voter records show that he registered to vote upon turning 18 in September 2022. However, there is no indication of his political beliefs or motivations for the attack.
The FBI has not released any further information about the investigation, but they are urging anyone with information to come forward. The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from both sides of the political aisle, with many expressing their shock and sadness over the violence.
As the investigation continues, the nation is left to grapple with the implications of this brazen attack on a former president. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the deep divisions and tensions that continue to plague our society.
