Trump Thankful for Swift Response After Shock Rally Shooting

Former President Donald Trump recounted being shot at during a Pennsylvania rally. He praised the US Secret Service and law enforcement for their swift action. The incident resulted in one death and one injury. The shooter was neutralized. Trump's statement highlighted the tragedy's impact.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 14-07-2024 08:12 IST | Created: 14-07-2024 08:12 IST
Trump Thankful for Swift Response After Shock Rally Shooting
Former US President Donald Trump assisted by US Secret Service personnel after gunfire (Image Credit: Reuters). Image Credit: ANI
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Former US President Donald Trump has detailed his harrowing experience of being shot during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. He revealed that the bullet pierced the upper part of his right ear, causing immediate concern and bleeding. Trump expressed gratitude for the rapid response of the US Secret Service and law enforcement.

Trump extended condolences on Truth Social to the families of those affected, including one fatality and another critically injured attendee. He decried the incident's occurrence in the country and noted the unknown identity of the deceased shooter. Trump praised the swift actions taken by the protective services.

The shootings disrupted the rally just months before the 2024 US presidential elections. Trump was swiftly evacuated by Secret Service agents and seen bleeding in videos circulated on social media. Law enforcement stated the shooter used an AR-style rifle from an elevated position. The suspect, firing from atop a shed, was neutralized. The incident remains under investigation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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