Pennsylvania: The gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump at a campaign in Pennsylvania on Saturday evening was identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pa, a village 40 miles south of where the Butler rally was held, New York Post reported citing sources. He was killed by Secret Service snipers and an AR-style rifle was later recovered.
The motive of the attack that left Trump injured, killed one spectator and critically injured two others remains unclear, according to the Washington Post.
Crooks was planted on a roof of a manufacturing plant more than 130 yards away from the stage at Butler Farm Show grounds, New York Post reported citing sources.
FBI Special Agent in Charge Kevin Rojek said it was “surprising” the shooter was able to fire several shots, Post reported.
Republican Party officials said in a statement shortly after the incident that Trump is doing well.
Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung said, “President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility.
