The FBI says Thomas Matthew Crooks acted alone
The author of the assassination attempt against Donald Trump acted alone, the FBI announced Sunday during a conference call, noting that investigators have not yet done so. “No ID” Conceptual communication for the sniper. “I want to remind everyone that we are still in the early stages of this investigation.”Kevin Rojek, an agent from the Pittsburgh office, is leading the federal police investigation.
“We are investigating this assassination attempt, but also consider it a possible act of domestic terrorism.”, said Bobby Wells, director of national security at the FBI. The FBI also clarified that it found no evidence that the shooter had mental health issues.
Also, the weapon used, an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, was legally purchased by the shooter’s father, but the FBI still doesn’t know if the father gave the weapon to his son or if he took it without permission. The FBI added that the family is cooperating with investigators.
The shooter’s phone, gun and explosive device — described as “basic” — were sent to the bureau’s lab in Quantico, Virginia.
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