The FBI is still investigating the shooting incident at the July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, as an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and as potential domestic terrorism. The investigation is still in the early stages, and the FBI is providing the following updates:
- FBI technical specialists successfully gained access to Thomas Matthew Crooks’ phone, and they continue to analyze his electronic devices.
- The search of the subject's residence and vehicle are complete.
- The FBI has conducted nearly 100 interviews of law enforcement personnel, event attendees, and other witnesses. That work continues.
- The FBI has received hundreds of digital media tips which include photos and videos taken at the scene, and they continue to review incoming tips. They encourage anyone with information that may assist with the ongoing investigation to continue to submit it online at tips.fbi.gov or call 1-800-CALL-FBI.
- While the investigative work continues, FBI victim services personnel have offered assistance to the victims of the incident.
One man, who has been identified as 30-year-old volunteer firefighter Corey Comperatore. He died trying to protect his family from oncoming bullets. Two other men, 57 years old and 74 years old, were injured, along with Trump.
IN a press release published July 14, the FBI stated that they believe Crooks acted alone. They have not identified a motive for the shooter’s actions, but they are working to determine the sequence of events and the shooter’s movements prior to the shooting, collecting and reviewing evidence, conducting interviews, and following up on all leads.
The firearm used in the shooting was purchased legally.
The FBI investigation is being led by the FBI's Pittsburgh Field Office in coordination with local, state, and federal partners. Anyone with information that may assist with the ongoing investigation is encouraged to submit it online at tips.fbi.gov or call 1-800-CALL-FBI.
