BREAKING: Watch Moment Thomas Matthew Crooks Who Opened Fire At Donald Trump Was Killed [VIDEOS]—-The Genius Media Nigeria reports that Man who opened fire at Donald Trump during Presidential rally has been killed by the SS.
This online newspaper gathered that The FBI names Thomas Matthew Crooks as the attacker in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally.
The 20-year-old, who was shot dead by Secret Service agents, was a registered Republican, according to state voter records. The motive behind the attack remains unclear.
The gunman was swiftly “neutralized” by the Secret Service, according to chief of communications Anthony Guglielmi. This prompt response likely prevented further chaos and potential harm to the rally attendees.
Bethel Park is a predominantly white, relatively affluent city located in the southern part of greater Pittsburgh. The rally itself took place in Butler, which is approximately an hour’s drive north of Pittsburgh.
Pennsylvania voter records indicate that a Thomas Matthew Crooks, matching the same address and birth date, was registered as a Republican. However, it is uncertain when this registration took place and if it had any relevance to the incident.
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TGM reports that law enforcement agents could be seen moving the body of the shooter at the Trump rally.
The county prosecutor confirmed that two individuals lost their lives at the Trump rally, one of whom was the suspect.
According to The Washington Post, the County prosecutor stated that Trump was slightly hit by a bullet.
Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey, a Democrat, has offered support to law enforcement as investigation to incident at Trump rally begins.
“I am monitoring the situation at President Trump’s rally in Butler and I’ve reached out the State Police to offer support,” Casey said in a statement on X. “Political violence is never acceptable and I am hoping former president Trump & all attendees are safe. Everyone in Butler should listen to law enforcement.”
Following the incident, the New York City Police Department is increasing its presence at Trump Tower and other sensitive locations out of an abundance of caution around the city.
According to a spokesperson for New York City Mayor Eric Adams, the mayor has been briefed on the incident.
The NYPD will also increase security at 40 Wall Street, Foley Square and City Hall.
Trump Tower in Manhattan is already under the watch of the NYPD, even though Trump seldom visits his former residence. Over the years, Trump Tower has served as a gathering place for supporters and opponents of the former president.