Take A Look At The Shocking Identity Of The Shooter Who Targeted Donald Trump At Campaign Rally! (Photos)

Take A Look At The Shocking Identity Of The Shooter Who Targeted Donald Trump At Campaign Rally! (Photos)

Written By Oshiobugie John

The FBI has identified Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old resident of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as the gunman who fired shots at former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13. The Bureau confirmed Crooks’ involvement in the assassination attempt in a statement, emphasizing that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Authorities urge anyone with relevant information to submit tips online or contact the FBI directly.

Kevin Rojek, FBI Pittsburgh special agent in charge, disclosed that Crooks was fatally shot by a Secret Service sniper at the rally. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, as Crooks was not carrying any identification. Federal investigators utilized DNA analysis to confirm his identity biometrically.

The incident occurred swiftly during Trump’s appearance at the rally, prompting immediate security measures as he was quickly escorted offstage and safely transported home to New Jersey following the attack.

In a post to his Truth Social network, Trump said a bullet pierced the “upper part” of his right ear

Earlier, his spokesperson said he was receiving treatment at a local medical centre.

“I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin,” Trump wrote. “Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening.”

Blood was clearly visible on Trump’s ear and face as protection officers rushed him away.

The suspect was shot dead at the scene by US Secret Service officers, the agency’s spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi said.

He added that one bystander was killed in the shooting and two others were critically injured. All three victims were male.