New video footage captured by a rally goer has revealed the shocking assassination attempt on former President Trump during a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania. The footage, shot by Jon Malice, shows the moment when Thomas Matthew Crooks opened fire on Trump before being taken out by a sniper.
In the video, Crooks, 20, can be seen firing eight shots before being killed by sniper fire. The incident resulted in the death of one spectator and injuries to several others. Malice, who is a military veteran, expressed surprise at the lack of security around the event site, noting that spectators near the American Glass Research building, where Crooks was stationed, did not have to go through metal detectors.
“I noticed about two minutes before the shooting started, the people were starting to say, ‘hey, he’s climbing up here, he’s crawling around, he’s doing this, he’s doing that,” Malice told Fox News. “We just kind of ignored it because we thought it was some person trying to get a better view.”
The video footage also captured the moment when Crooks pointed his rifle at Malice and others before being shot by the Secret Service. Malice emphasized that he was surprised by the lack of security measures in place, especially the absence of Secret Service agents on the roof where Crooks was stationed.
The shocking incident has raised questions about the security protocols at campaign events and the need for enhanced measures to protect public figures. The resignation of Secret Service Director Cheatle in the wake of the assassination attempt has further highlighted the need for a thorough review of security procedures.
The video footage serves as a chilling reminder of the dangers public figures face and the importance of ensuring their safety at all times. The swift action taken by the sniper to neutralize the threat highlights the crucial role of security personnel in preventing such tragic events.
