14-07-2024 Sun 10:43 | International
In a dramatic and swift response, the suspect who shot at former President Donald Trump was shot dead by Secret Service snipers in the blink of an eye. The video of the incident has gone viral on social media.
The assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the Republican Party’s presidential candidate in the current election, has garnered global attention and condemnation. The US Secret Service played a crucial role in saving Trump’s life during the shooting incident, responding with extraordinary speed. The suspect was killed immediately after firing at Trump.
As part of the security measures, two snipers were positioned on higher ground at the rally premises. One of these snipers swiftly eliminated the suspect moments after the attack began. As Trump ducked after being grazed by a bullet, a Secret Service agent, already in position, opened fire without hesitation, neutralizing the threat. The entire scene was recorded and has since gone viral online.
Another individual, who was next to the suspect, was also killed in the Secret Service response. Within seconds of the suspect collapsing, two other Secret Service agents approached with their guns drawn.
Trump sustained an injury to his right ear from a bullet. Nearby Secret Service agents quickly formed a protective cordon around him, using their bodies as a shield. They safely transported him to a hospital. Trump later expressed his gratitude to the Secret Service on the ‘Truth Social Site’, acknowledging their role in saving his life.
The swift and decisive actions of the Secret Service agents have been widely praised as they continue to ensure the safety of the former president amidst heightened security concerns.
