(SQAUK) — Former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during his rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds in Pennsylvania. A bullet aimed at Trump pierced his jacket near his left pectoral, creating a palpable sense of terror among the gathered crowd.
The incident occurred as Trump was delivering his speech, which began at 5 p.m. Witnesses described the harrowing scene as the shot rang out, striking the former president’s suit but fortunately missing him by centimeters or possibly striking a protective Level IV armor plate. The bullet left a visible hole in his jacket, underscoring the close call.
Security personnel quickly intervened, and the purported assailant, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old resident, was neutralized. The attack also resulted in the death of Crooks and one rally attendee, while two others were critically injured in the chaos that followed.
The near-tragic event has intensified the scrutiny of security measures for public figures, especially in politically charged environments. As Trump continues his campaign, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present dangers faced by those in the public eye.
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