The Attempted Assassination: The Story of Thomas Matthew Crooks

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old registered Republican, attempted to assassinate former president Donald Trump at a rally. He was shot dead by the Secret Service. Living in Bethel Park, Crooks had a complex political profile and was set to vote for the first time in the upcoming election.

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old registered Republican from Bethel Park, attempted to assassinate former president Donald Trump. The incident took place at a Trump rally, where Crooks was shot dead by the Secret Service after firing at Trump from an elevated position outside the venue.

Crooks had an intricate political background. Despite being a registered Republican, he had previously made a financial contribution to a Democratic-aligned group. His first opportunity to vote in a presidential election would have been in the upcoming November election.

Crooks was identified through DNA and biometric confirmation by the FBI. The rally incident resulted in one death and two critical injuries among attendees. Law enforcement continues to investigate the motive behind the attack.

(With inputs from agencies.)