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US media identifies suspect who shot Trump

LA (synthesis) September 16, 2024 08:15

US authorities have identified the suspect who shot Mr. Donald Trump.

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US law enforcement officers block off the scene of a shooting at former President Donald Trump's golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida on September 15, 2024.

The New York Times and Fox News identified the suspect as Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, from Hawaii, but the news agencies did not provide further details.

Speaking to reporters, Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said the shooter was 365-457 meters away from Mr. Trump and fired at least four times at around 1:30 p.m. on September 15 (local time). After being discovered, the suspect abandoned the rifle, two black bags and other items and fled in a black car. However, he was later arrested.

Meanwhile, Mr. JD Vance, Donald Trump's running mate, said he had spoken to the former US President and that Mr. Trump was still healthy and in good spirits.

This is the second shooting targeting Mr. Trump in just 2 months.

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