A senior law enforcement source revealed that the suspect had what was described as an “assault-style rifle.” The Secret Service responded to the threat, firing at the man. The suspect’s weapon was recovered.
Following the incident, Trump was promptly escorted away by Secret Service agents. According to the source, Trump was in “good spirits” after the evacuation. A spokesperson for Trump’s campaign confirmed that the former president is “safe,” and law enforcement later announced that a suspect was taken into custody.
Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw provided further details, noting that the gunman was 300 to 500 yards away from Trump when first spotted. Secret Service agents returned fire, leading the suspect to drop his weapon and flee the scene. Witnesses provided authorities with a description and the plate number of the suspect’s vehicle, which led to his eventual apprehension.
Investigation of Attempted Assassination
The investigation into the attempted assassination quickly gained momentum. Sheriff Will Snyder of Martin County explained that his units detained a man matching the suspect’s description after authorities issued a “Be on the lookout” alert.
