On Saturday, July 13th, during an election rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, former President Trump was standing on the stage when a gunman fired multiple shots towards the platform. Trump was injured in the right ear, and one audience member was killed, with two others sustaining serious injuries.
The Communications Director of the U.S. Secret Service, Anthony Guglielmi, issued a statement at 9:00 AM Eastern Time, stating that the gunman had been shot and killed by the Secret Service, resulting in one fatality and three injuries from the attack.
Guglielmi mentioned in the statement, “We appreciate the swift actions taken by the Secret Service team and our law enforcement partners. Our condolences go out to the families impacted by this tragic event.”
“The shooting incident occurred at 6:15 PM on Saturday, with a suspected gunman firing multiple shots towards the stage from a high vantage point outside the rally venue. The Secret Service took down the gunman, who is deceased.”
“The Secret Service promptly implemented protective measures, ensuring the safety of former President Trump, who underwent a medical examination. Additionally, one attendee at the rally was killed, and two others were seriously injured. The incident is currently under investigation, with the Secret Service having notified the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).”
According to a law enforcement official, federal authorities are investigating the shooting incident at the Trump rally as an attempted assassination.
Details about the gunman are not yet clear. Law enforcement officials indicated that the gunman used a rifle.
On social media, Trump mentioned that during the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, gunshots rang out, and he was “hit above the right ear by a bullet.”
President Biden stated, “Such violent acts should not have a place in America. This is utterly revolting.”
The incident has elicited shock and condemnation from various quarters, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and security measures at public events. The call for unity and peace in the face of such heinous acts reverberates as authorities work to unravel the circumstances surrounding the attack.