Documents reveal Thomas Crooks practiced with rifle prior to Trump rally shooting
Newly released documents indicate that Thomas Crooks, the individual who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump, engaged in rifle training leading up to the July 13, 2024, rally. Records also confirm that Crooks registered for the event one week prior to the shooting.
Newly surfaced investigative documents provide further insight into the timeline of Thomas Crooks, the gunman who opened fire at a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump on July 13, 2024. According to these records, Crooks had been actively practicing with a long rifle in the days immediately preceding the attack.
In addition to his training activities, the documents clarify the timeline of his attendance at the event. Crooks officially registered for the rally on July 6, 2024, requesting a single ticket for the appearance in Butler, Pennsylvania. While the investigation into his motivations and potential accomplices remains ongoing, these details establish a clear window of preparation between his registration for the event and the day of the shooting. Law enforcement agencies continue to analyze his digital footprint and physical evidence to determine if he acted entirely alone or if others were aware of his intentions during the week he spent preparing for the rally.
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- ·Lack of information regarding the source of the rifle used in the training.
- ·No details provided on the specific location or facility where the training occurred.
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