Former US President Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as part of the ongoing investigation into the July 13 assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania. This interview, consistent with the FBI’s standard protocol for victims of federal crimes, aims to gather Trump’s firsthand account of the incident.FBI agent Kevin Rojek, head of the Pittsburgh field office, emphasized the importance of obtaining Trump’s perspective on what he witnessed during the attack. The former president was reportedly struck by a bullet or a fragment during the incident, which occurred while he was on stage at a campaign rally.Despite conducting hundreds of interviews, reviewing thousands of tips, and sending data requests to dozens of companies, the FBI has yet to uncover a clear motive for the shooting. However, new details have emerged about the gunman, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks.Investigators describe Crooks as a ‘highly intelligent’ but reclusive individual, whose primary social circle was limited to his immediate family. The FBI has uncovered evidence of Crooks’ online searches related to mass shootings, power plants, improvised explosive devices, and even the attempted assassination of Slovakia’s prime minister earlier this year.Notably, the investigation revealed that Crooks had purchased a ladder before the shooting, although it was not taken to the Trump rally. Additionally, Crooks appeared to have used a drone before the attack, but no recorded images were found on the device.Crooks’ parents have been cooperative with investigators and reportedly had no knowledge of their son’s plans. The FBI official leading the investigation stated that Crooks seemed to have planned the attack carefully and worked to keep his intentions hidden.As the investigation continues, both law enforcement and the public await further insights that may emerge from Trump’s upcoming interview with the FBI.
Key points
- Former President Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI regarding the July 13 assassination attempt.
- The FBI has not yet uncovered a clear motive for the shooting despite extensive investigations.
- New details about the gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, reveal his interests in mass shootings and explosive devices.
- Crooks is described as a highly intelligent but reclusive individual with limited social interactions.
Contradictions👾While most sources state that no motive has been uncovered, one source (RT) claims that the suspect was searching for information on bomb-making and power plant locations, potentially suggesting a motive.
