Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, (trfnews.i234.me) – In a recent FBI press briefing, law enforcement officials have confirmed that the individual responsible for the shooting at Donald Trump’s Pennsylvania rally was Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old resident of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Crooks was identified as the shooter who fired gunshots at the former US President during the rally.
Who Is Thomas Matthew Crooks?
- Identity and Residence: Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, lived in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, located approximately 40 miles south of the rally site in Butler.
- Weapon Used: Crooks used an AR-style rifle, which was recovered by law enforcement officials at the scene.
- Position and Attack: Crooks positioned himself about 130 yards from the stage where Trump was speaking and fired shots from a rooftop.
- Casualties: While Trump survived the attack, a member of the audience was killed, and two others were injured by Crooks’ gunfire.
- Death of the Shooter: Crooks was shot in the head by Secret Service agents and died at the scene after attempting to assassinate the former president.
- Ongoing Investigation: The motive behind Crooks’ actions remains unknown, and the FBI’s investigation is still active.
Incident Captured on Camera
The chaotic moment of the shooting was captured on video, showing Trump addressing his supporters when the gunshots rang out. Trump was seen ducking and hiding behind his podium as multiple shots were fired, causing panic in the crowd. Security swiftly intervened, and Trump was escorted off the stage. Despite being hit, Trump remained conscious, raised his hand to wave to the crowd, but had visible blood on his face.
The FBI continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and the motive behind Crooks’ attack.
I’m Neil Berg reporting for trfnews.i234.me