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Thomas Matthew Crooks identified as Donald Trump assassin

The FBI has identified a 20-year-old man from western Pennsylvania, Thomas Matthew Crooks, as the man who plotted to assassinate former President Trump at a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday.

Crooks reportedly shot Trump from a rooftop about 130 yards away during a rally in the small town, striking him above the right ear as he was addressing rallygoers ahead of next week's Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.

Authorities approached the suspect from where he fell after the US Secret Service returned fire following the assassination attempt on former President Trump. (Photo courtesy of Fox News Digital)

One of the attendees, former Buffalo Township Fire Chief Corey Comperatore, 50, was killed and two others, identified by Pennsylvania State Police as David Duch, 57, and James Copenhaver, 74, were injured during the incident.

The FBI confirmed that Crooks was shot and killed.

Attempt to assassinate President Trump at Pennsylvania rally leaves two injured, including the shooter, two dead

Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, is accused of plotting to assassinate former President Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

“The FBI has identified Thomas Matthew Crooks, age 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as a suspect in connection to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania,” the FBI said in a statement to Fox News Digital. “The investigation remains active.”

Crooks, 20, was from Bethel Park, a suburb of Pittsburgh, about an hour south of where the assassination attempt took place.

Participants at a rally for former President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, speak to Fox News about the unrest that followed the assassination attempt on the former president. (REUTERS/Brendan McDiarmid/Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images/Jake Rosen/Fox News)

Further investigation revealed that Crooks had also been a member of the nearby Clairton Sportsman's Club for at least a year, according to a statement to Fox News from the gun club's attorney, Rob Bootey.

“In response to your email inquiry, we can confirm that Mr. Crooks was a member of the Clairton Sportsman's Club. Beyond that, the club cannot comment further on this matter due to the ongoing police investigation. Of course, the club fully condemns the senseless act of violence that occurred yesterday. The club also extends its heartfelt condolences to Mr. Comperatore's family and offers prayers to all those injured, including the former president,” said Rob Bootey, attorney for the Clairton Sportsman's Club.

Crooks is a 2022 graduate of Bethel Park High School and was one of nearly 20 students from the school to receive a $500 “STAR Award” from the National Math and Science Initiative.

According to The New York Times, an online recording of the ceremony showed him taking the stage to faint applause and briefly posing with school officials.

Security at rally revealed in case of suspected Trump assassination attempt

A Fox News Digital investigation found that Crooks would have turned 21 in September. He had no reported criminal or traffic violations, and no bankruptcies, liens or foreclosures.

According to voting records, Crooks was a registered Republican, but because of his age, he only participated in the Nov. 8, 2022 state election. Records also show that he donated $15 to the Progressive Turnout Project, a Chicago-based political action committee that supports Democratic candidates for public office and claims to advocate for “key Democratic constituencies: young people, minorities and low-income voters.”

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The FBI said it continues to investigate Crooks and any other information available to it.

“This incident remains an active investigation and anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to submit photos or videos online at FBI.gov/butler or call 1-800-CALL-FBI,” the statement continued.

Fox News Digital's Landon Mion contributed to this report.

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Trump says he was 'shot' at Pennsylvania rally, 2 injured, gunman killed

Brandon Christie, a witness to Trump's rally, spoke about his firsthand experience of the shooting on “Hannity” on Saturday.

“We were all looking up at the screen he held up, and then we heard a loud noise, and I thought it sounded like a speaker breaking, and then we heard another sound.”

“And then everybody started screaming, and we all fell to the ground. I started looking around to see what was going on, and then I saw one of the Secret Service guys firing back, I think it was six or seven shots in all. Then I woke up in the bleachers. People were screaming, crying, and there was blood everywhere.”

“The whole family was bloody all over. There was a man on top trying to give them CPR. It all happened so fast. I'm still trying to make sense of it all, but we were all on the ground and people on the ground were crying. I don't know what to do. People were just screaming and crying.”

“All of a sudden, people rose up and we went outside and took positions on the roof of a building. The Secret Service was there. They were standing around what we now know to be the shooter. At the time, we had no idea where the shots were coming from.”

“Nobody ran, we all just dropped to the ground and people were yelling for paramedics and police to come, and then all of a sudden, maybe six or seven state troopers came out of nowhere and pulled him off the bleachers, and that's when he was dead.”

The FBI and U.S. Secret Service are actively investigating the scene.

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Attempt to assassinate President Trump at Pennsylvania rally leaves 2 injured, including perpetrator, 2 dead

Former President Trump was rushed off the stage by Secret Service after shots rang out at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday, leaving at least one person dead, two injured and the suspect dead.

Gunfire erupted shortly after President Trump began speaking at a rally at the Butler Farm Show.

The US Secret Service said in a press release that the suspect opened fire from an “elevated position”, killing at least one person and “seriously injuring” two others.

A Secret Service source told Fox News' Lucas Tomlinson that the FBI's elite flying team is en route to Butler to conduct an “assassination investigation.”

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Republican presidential nominee and former president Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Moments after the former president began to incite the crowd, five gunshots were heard and he collapsed surrounded by Secret Service agents.

“And then the worst president in our country's history took office. And think about what's happened to our country. Maybe 20 million people died. [came in illegally]”And, you know, this chart is kind of old. This chart is from a few months ago. If you want to see what's really sad, look what just happened,” Trump said before gunshots rang out.

Republican presidential nominee and former president Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

As he was taken away, he had what appeared to be blood on his cheek and right ear and his arms raised in a defiant manner.

As security guards helped Trump to his feet and hurried him off the stage, he could be heard telling them, “Let me get my shoes.”

Donald Trump Jr. told Fox News Digital that his father is under observation at a local hospital but is “doing very well,” and that the presumptive Republican presidential nominee “will never stop fighting to save America.”

“I just spoke to my dad on the phone and he's in great spirits,” Trump Jr. said. “No matter what the radical left attacks on him, my dad will never stop fighting to save America.”

Republican presidential candidate and former president Donald Trump sustains a gunshot wound and is rushed off the stage by U.S. Secret Service agents during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the bullet “entered the top of my right ear.”

“I want to thank the United States Secret Service and all law enforcement for their swift response to the shooting that occurred in Butler, Pennsylvania,” he said. “More than anything, I want to express my condolences to the family of the individual who died at the rally and the family of the other individual who was seriously injured.”

I immediately knew something was wrong…

— Former President Donald Trump

“I can't believe something like this happened in our country. We don't know anything about the perpetrator at this time. He is already deceased. I was shot above my right ear. I knew immediately something was wrong as I heard the whoosh and the gunshot and felt the bullet penetrate my skin. I was bleeding heavily and realized what was going on. God Bless America!”

Republican presidential nominee and former president Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Former Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is hurriedly escorted off the stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

“Protective measures have been taken,” Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said in a statement.

“The incident occurred on the evening of July 13th at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania,” Guglielmi said. “Secret Service procedures are in place and the former president is safe. The Secret Service is currently investigating and more information will be released as it becomes available.”

Former Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is hurriedly escorted off the stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Trump's communications director, Steven Chan, said in a statement that the former president was “in good spirits.”

“President Trump thanks the police and emergency responders for their swift action in response to this heinous incident,” Chang said. “He is in good health and is being examined at a local medical facility.”

Republican presidential candidate and former president Donald Trump raises his fist as he is forced into a car during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Republican presidential candidate and former president Donald Trump is assisted by security guards after shots rang out during a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show in Butler, Pennsylvania. (REUTERS/Brendan McDiarmid)

President Biden said in a statement that he had been briefed on the incident and was “praying for him and his family.”

“We have received reports of a shooting at Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania. I am pleased to hear that Mr. Trump is safe and in good health. As we await more information, I am praying for Mr. Trump, his family and all who were at the rally,” Biden said.

President Joe Biden speaks after news of a shooting at former Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign rally in Pennsylvania, in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Senator)

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Biden added that there is “no room for this kind of violence in America.”

“Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety,” he said. “This kind of violence has no place in America, and we must come together as one nation to condemn it.”

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She is originally from Massachusetts and is based in Orlando, Florida.

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Former President Trump was rushed off the stage by Secret Service at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday after gunshots rang out.

The shootout appears to have occurred shortly after President Trump began speaking at a rally at the Butler Farm Show on Saturday evening.

Trump returns to Pennsylvania for pre-convention rally in battleground state

Republican presidential nominee and former president Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Moments after the former president began to incite the crowd, five gunshots were heard and he collapsed surrounded by Secret Service agents.

“And then the worst president in our country's history took office. And think about what's happened to our country. Maybe 20 million people died. [came in illegally]”And, you know, this chart is kind of old. This chart is from a few months ago. If you want to see what's really sad, look what just happened,” Trump said before gunshots rang out.

Republican presidential nominee and former president Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

As he was taken away, he had what appeared to be blood on his cheek and right ear and his arms raised in a defiant manner.

As security guards helped Trump to his feet and hurried him off the stage, he could be heard telling them, “Let me get my shoes.”

Republican presidential nominee and former president Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

After gunshots rang out, rally attendees were seen rushing outside.

A law enforcement source told Fox News' Jackie Heinrich that the shooter was killed and two other “injured” people were taken to the hospital.

Former Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is hurriedly escorted off the stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

“Protective measures have been taken,” Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said in a statement.

“The incident occurred on the evening of July 13th at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania,” Guglielmi said. “The Secret Service has taken protective measures and the former president is safe. The Secret Service is currently investigating and more information will be released as it becomes available.”

Former Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is hurriedly escorted off the stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

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Trump's communications director, Steven Chan, said in a statement that the former president was “in good spirits.”

“President Trump thanks the police and emergency responders for their swift action in response to this heinous incident,” Chang said. “He is in good health and is being examined at a local medical facility.”

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President Trump returns to Pennsylvania for pre-convention rally in battleground state

Former President Trump returned to the battleground state of Pennsylvania on Saturday, just two days before Republicans gather for their convention and prepare to nominate their third consecutive presidential candidate.

Trump's visit and rally in Butler County in western Pennsylvania was scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. at the Butler Farm Show.

Pennsylvania, with 19 electoral votes, is one of the most important battleground states the Trump campaign is focusing on.

The former president held a rally at Temple University in Philadelphia last month.

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Supporters of Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump attend a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. (AP Photo/Jean J. Puskar)

Supporters of Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump attend a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. (AP Photo/Jean J. Puskar)

Trump has held off on choosing a running mate, sparking speculation about who the former president might choose.

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The front-runners are North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott.

According to information obtained by Fox News, Vance, who lives near Ohio, will not be attending the rally.

A man and others wait for Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump to speak during a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/Jean J. Puskar)

The Democratic Party has been in crisis since Biden's disastrous debate performance led to calls for him to step down and President Trump has largely faded from the spotlight.

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The former president has made only a few public appearances in recent weeks, while Biden has worked hard to allay concerns about his mental health.

Sarah Lampe Whitten is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital and Fox Business.

She is originally from Massachusetts and is based in Orlando, Florida.

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Five people escape from SUV that plunged into dormant Yellowstone geyser

Five people were taken to hospital after a car crashed into an inactive geyser in Yellowstone National Park.

The group's SUV went off the road Thursday in the Wyoming section of the popular park between Mammoth Hot Springs and Norris Junction.

The SUV spun out of control and entered the hot, acidic waters of the Semicentennial Geyser.

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In this photo provided by the National Park Service, an SUV is pulled out of the dormant, erupting Semicentennial Geyser in the Wyoming section of Yellowstone National Park.

Passengers managed to escape from the nine-foot deep water, which was about 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

They suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to a nearby hospital, a park spokesman said.

National Park Service rescue crews arrived on the scene Friday and pulled the vehicle from the geyser.

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The passengers were able to escape the acidic 105-degree (41-degree Celsius) water on their own and were taken to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries after the Thursday morning incident, park spokeswoman Morgan Werthin said in a statement. (National Park Service via The Associated Press)

Traffic was blocked for several hours while workers used a large crane to remove the SUV from the geyser's waters.

President Ulysses S. Grant signed the Yellowstone Protection Act on March 1, 1872, establishing Yellowstone National Park for the “benefit and enjoyment of the people.”

The federally administered park spans an area of ​​three states: Wyoming (96%), Montana (3%), and Idaho (1%).

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National Park Service recovery crews were dispatched on Friday and used a large crane to remove the SUV from the geyser, an operation that closed nearby roads for several hours. (National Park Service via AP)

Its geothermal activity has made it a world-famous destination for visitors interested in volcanic activity, geysers, natural hot springs and mud baths.

Geothermal waters cause more harm to Yellowstone visitors than any other part of the Yellowstone landscape.

Timothy Nerozzi is a writer for Fox News Digital. You can follow him on Twitter @timothynerozzi or email him at timothy.nerozzi@fox.com.

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Latest Trending News, Live Updates Today 13 July 2024: Anant Ambani stops his motorcade to take pictures with fans, video goes viral

Latest Trending News, Viral and Weird News Live: Get real-time updates on trending news and keep up with all the viral and wacky news with live coverage.

Breaking News 13 July 2024: Anant Ambani poses for a picture with a fan. (Screenshot)Disclaimer: This is an AI-generated live blog and has not been edited by Hindustan Times staff.

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Karol G Live Streams the Final Mañana Sera Bonito Show: Exciting Moments

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From career milestones to new releases, big announcements and little big moments, Billboard editors cover the exciting moments in Latin music. Here's what happened in the world of Latin music this week.

Karol G's Mañana Será Bonito Live Stream

Karol G is set to conclude her history-making Mañana Sera Bonito world tour in Madrid on July 23. To conclude the tour, the Colombian superstar has announced that she will be livestreaming the concert on her YouTube channel for fans around the world to watch.

In an emotional Instagram post on Friday (July 12), Karol wrote in Spanish: “It's time to close an unforgettable chapter in our lives. This album has been more than songs, a journey of overcoming, aspirations, motivation and a bandage to the soul. Every stadium we've entered has vibrated with the beautiful emotions that each of you brought and we've had the opportunity to fill the hearts of thousands of people around the world. We are about to hold the last concert of this tour. It's true that it's hard to say goodbye to something that means so much to all of us, but the time has come and we want to celebrate together! The final concert on July 23 will be streamed live on my YouTube channel so everyone around the world can tune in and celebrate this beautiful thing that we've built together.”

Check out the sweet video featuring Iker from her original “Mañana Será Bonito” tour announcement below:

Chiquis marries Emilio Sanchez

“To infinity and beyond,” Chiquis captioned her wedding photos. The Mexican-American star shared photos from the ceremony, in which she officially became husband and wife with her longtime partner, photographer Emilio Sanchez, to her more than six million followers on Instagram. Chiquis looked stunning in a strapless white wedding dress with a long veil. Sanchez also shared the photo with the caption, “This is my wife.” The couple announced their engagement last year.

Shakira at the Copa America

After rumors circulated that Shakira would perform at the Copa America final, it has now been officially confirmed that the Colombian superstar will perform on Sunday (July 14) when Argentina and Colombia compete for the championship. Shakira will sing during halftime of the match, scheduled for 8pm ET at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, with an expected crowd of around 54,000. Her song “Puntería” featuring Cardi B is the official song of Televisa Univision's CONMEBOL coverage of the 2024 Copa America.

“Shakira is an extraordinary South American star who has captivated the entire world,” CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez said in a statement. “Her songs are sung and danced to in every corner of the planet and her art has become a global phenomenon loved by millions across borders. We are confident that her performance at Copa America USA 2024 will elevate a message of wholesome passion and unity through sport.”

Premios Heat Conference

Billboard was on hand at the 2024 Heat Latin Music Awards and Conference for an hour-long discussion on how artists can optimize their relationships with global music publications. Moderated by Colombian journalist Lina Cáceres, Billboard's Latin Assistant Editor Jessica Roiz and Social Media Manager Ingrid Fajardo attended the event in Punta Canta, Dominican Republic, on Wednesday (July 10) to talk about the editorial and social aspects of Billboard Latin and Billboard Español, as well as what to look out for when making a formal pitch. During the masterclass, Roiz and Fajardo also spoke about using social media to grow your music, investing in and believing in your art, and the importance of building a solid fanbase in your home country first and foremost. Among the audience were up-and-coming artists, managers, journalists, and Diana Montes, founder of the Heat Latin Music Awards and 2023 Billboard Latin Power Player.

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NLE Choppa takes on Latin music with new single “Catalina”

Memphis rap sensation NLE Choppa continues to perform well with the release of his latest single and music video “Catalina,” featuring Dominican star Yaisel LM. Released via NLE Entertainment/Warner Records, the song marks Choppa's first foray into Latin music, showcasing his versatility and ability to transcend genres with a refreshing bilingual dimension.

“Catalina” opens with a driving bassline, setting the stage for a dancefloor-ready anthem. NLE Choppa's fast flow delivers passionate bars full of double entendres, while Yaisel LM's Spanish verse adds even more heat to this dynamic track. The vibrant music video, filmed in Miami, finds Choppa and Yaisel LM judging a spirited twerking competition, squirting Super Soakers, and showing off their signature dance moves.

Recently, Choppa has been making waves on the live performance circuit, lighting up the stage in front of a sold-out crowd at Madison Square Garden during A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie's Better Off Alone Tour, appearing in the 2024 BETX Celebrity Basketball Game and helping his team win, and thrilling fans by performing onstage at BETX Fan Fest.

Expanding his influence beyond music, NLE Choppa has a variety of film and television projects lined up following his appearance on the final season of Freeform's “Grown-ish.” With “Catalina,” NLE Choppa continues to push boundaries and solidify himself as a versatile and dynamic force in the music industry.

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Judge throws out Alec Baldwin's 'Lust' shooting trial

Seth Kenney, prop supplier for “Rust” and owner of PDQ Props, was called to the stand at a special motion hearing on Friday, July 12.

Morrissey shows Kenny screenshots of text messages between Kenny and former Arizona state police officer Troy Teske (who is also a friend of Hannah Gutierrez Reed's father, Thel Reed), showing bullets.

Kenney confirmed that the bullets previously came from the set of “1883” in Texas.

Asked if that ammunition was ever brought to the “Last” site at Bonanza Creek Ranch, Kenney said, “Absolutely not.”

“Have you found out anything about the evidence in this case or the live ammunition that was stored there after November 1, 2021?” Morrissey asked Kenney, to which he replied “yes.”

Morrissey pressed, “Do you still believe this is evidence of an accidental death?” to which Kenny replied, “Absolutely not.”

“I've never spent as much time on a box of dummy bullets as I did on the ones that came from 1883, the dummy bullets that were sent to Rust,” Kenney said. “So I've never questioned providing live ammunition to Rust.”

Hours earlier, Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the jury in Alec Baldwin's “Lust” shooting trial until 8:30 a.m. local time Monday.

Sommer heard arguments about live ammunition handed over to police following the conclusion of the trial of “Last” gunmaker Hannah Gutierrez Reed.

Baldwin's defense team argued that the prosecution concealed the real bullets from the defense by labelling them with a different case number. Alex Spiro also pointed out that the bullets were not sent to the FBI for analysis, even though they could have matched bullets found in the possession of prop distributor Seth Kenney.

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