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Trump under fire: New details emerge on rally shooting in Pennsylvania

During a Saturday election rally, Donald Trump was shot. New findings have emerged regarding the assassination attempt on the former U.S. president. These were shared by Pennsylvania State Police Lieutenant Colonel George Bivens.

Donald Trump shot
Donald Trump shot
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8:06 AM EDT, July 14, 2024

Pennsylvania State Police Lieutenant Colonel George Bivens conveyed that authorities "do not believe it was a lone wolf attack." These words signal that the 20-year-old attacker most likely had accomplices.

Bivens, as reported by "The Washington Post," urged the public to provide video footage and photographic evidence. He also mentioned that after identifying the shooter, information is being gathered about him.

Media also quoted FBI Special Agent Kevin Rojek, who said that "it is surprising" that the attacker was able to fire several shots. When asked about the security at the rally, he replied that "the Secret Service has to answer that question."

They conduct preliminary security assessments and determine where the services should be positioned. They are responsible for securing the scene - he summarized.

Attack during Donald Trump's rally

Former U.S. President Donald Trump was injured during a Saturday election rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The politician fell to the ground after being grazed by a bullet. The district attorney shortly afterward informed that Trump is safe, and the assailant is dead.

He also announced that one of the spectators is dead, and another was seriously injured.

After this incident, Donald Trump posted a statement on social media.

I want to thank the services and all law enforcement agencies for their quick response to the shooting that just took place in Butler, Pennsylvania - he conveyed.

He added that he wishes to extend condolences to the family of the person who died at the rally, as well as to the family of another person who was seriously injured.

It's unbelievable that something like this could happen in our country (...). I immediately knew something was wrong; I heard the whistle, the shots, and immediately felt the bullet pierce my skin. There was a lot of bleeding, and then I understood what was happening - he summarized.
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