Staff Reports
An alarming video has surfaced from the day of the shocking assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, shedding light on the chaos that unfolded. This footage, recorded by James Copenhaver—who found himself caught in the crossfire—captures a shadowy figure navigating the roof of the American Glass Research building just moments before a deranged shooter started firing at the former president during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. As if the timing couldn’t be more suspicious, the clock struck 6:08 PM on July 13, mere moments before disaster struck.
The villain of this piece, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, executed his attack at 6:11 PM using an AR-15-style rifle, elevating the horror of the situation to new heights. According to reports, while Copenhaver was busy filming, Crooks unleashed chaos, directing bullets at Trump and the gathered supporters. One of those shots cruelly grazed Trump’s ear before counter-snipers quickly took action, neutralizing Crooks before he could take any more lives. Authorities later located a total of eight shell casings at the scene, each one a reminder of the close call for Trump and his followers.
BREAKING: New Footage From Trump Rally Shows Shadowy Figure Moving On Assassin's Rooftop https://t.co/DPHwSnShUE
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In the wicked aftermath, Crooks not only attempted to assassinate the former president but also tragically took the life of Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old family man and respected fire chief at the local volunteer fire department. Both Copenhaver and another victim, David Dutch, sustained critical injuries, with news indicating Copenhaver checked out of the hospital after a harrowing recovery but still remained in a rehabilitation center. The chaotic events of that day clearly left both victims in shock, highlighting the brutality of Crooks’ assault.
As the chaos erupted, bizarrely enough, Trump and the rally attendees had just turned their heads to glance at a screen displaying immigration statistics. It was at this moment that bullets began to fly, with one narrowly missing Trump before striking Copenhaver. The confusion of the incident is further amplified by reports that Copenhaver took a moment to comprehend what had hit him—a grim reminder that danger can lurk in the most unexpected places.
In an uncomfortably convoluted turn of events, FBI officials reported that Crooks managed to scale the roof of the AGR building by navigating HVAC equipment and piping, effectively plotting his attack. His research prior to the attempted assassination included chilling studies of past assassins, indicating a premeditated desire to commit a grave act against Trump. While the nation holds its breath regarding the implications of this shocking event, it’s evident that leftist ideologies continue to fuel acts of violence and hatred against those in power, especially when it comes to figures like Trump.
