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In a shocking turn of events, security agencies in the US have identified the shooter behind the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks. The FBI has named Thomas Matthew Crooks as the ‘subject involved’ in the attempted assassination of Trump, but the motive behind the crime still remains unclear. The shooting incident took place at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where the former President was targeted. Multiple rounds were fired, and one person was killed while two others were critically injured. The FBI, along with other federal and state agencies, is actively investigating the situation.
The FBI has appealed to the public for any information regarding the shooting. Special Agent Kevin Rojek mentioned at a press briefing that they are still trying to establish the motive behind the attack and are working diligently to identify it. Despite the identification of the shooter, details about the motive are yet to be revealed. The campaign venue in Butler continues to be an active crime scene as law enforcement officials gather evidence.
President Joe Biden condemned the incident, highlighting that violence has no place in the country. The shooting incident has raised concerns within the security establishment due to the nature of the attack on a former President. Trump, who was swift…ind to safety by Secret Service operatives, sustained minor injuries during the attack. The FBI is leading the investigation and working with state and local authorities to gather information on the case.
In a joint press conference, the FBI and Pennsylvania state police shared more details about the shooter, who was identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks. The shooter was neutralized at the crime scene but managed to cause chaos and panic during the rally. The FBI is urging anyone with information or footage related to the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. As the situation unfolds, more updates are expected to be released regarding the motive and circumstances surrounding the assassination attempt.
