Shooter at Trump Rally Identified as 20-Year-Old Male from Pennsylvania
Incident Overview
The FBI has identified the suspected shooter at a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, as Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old male from the local Butler County area.
Key Details
- Location: Trump Rally in Butler, Pennsylvania
- Incident: Shooting during the rally
- Casualties:
- One spectator killed
- Two others critically injured
- Former President Trump sustained a minor injury
Former President Trump’s Statement
Former President Trump addressed the incident, saying:
“I was shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear.”
Trump was treated at a hospital and has since been released.
President Biden’s Response
President Biden condemned the violence, stating:
“There’s no place in America for this kind of violence. It’s sick. It’s sick.”
Biden reportedly spoke to Trump following the incident, expressing his concern and support.
Suspect and Investigation
- Suspect Identified: Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old male from Butler County, Pennsylvania.
- Police Activity:
- Police are currently on the scene at the 100 block of Lawrence Avenue in Butler.
- They are searching a van with out-of-state plates, with the bomb squad en route.
- The van is located about a quarter of a mile from the building where the shooter fired from, but its connection to the shooting is unconfirmed.
Security and Public Reaction
- Increased Security: The shooting has prompted calls for heightened security at public events.
- Public Concern: The incident has raised significant concerns about safety at political gatherings.
Aftermath and Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Authorities are working to determine the motive and any potential accomplices involved.
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