Local Police Release New Footage and Audio with a Damning Update on the Trump Assassination Attempt
Today, shocking new audio and video footage has been released from the day former President Donald Trump was nearly assassinated by Thomas Crooks during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The footage provides a harrowing glimpse into the chaos that ensued as law enforcement officers attempted to confront the gunman.
Terrifying Encounter Captured on Bodycam
The newly released video comes from the bodycam of a police officer who attempted to reach the rooftop where Crooks was positioned. The footage shows the officer making his way to the roof, only to be confronted by Crooks pointing a gun directly at him. In a moment of sheer terror, the officer quickly retreats, his bodycam capturing his panicked response as he flees back down the stairs.
While the bodycam does not appear to be pointed directly at Crooks, the officer’s reaction speaks volumes. His fear and shock are palpable as he realizes the imminent danger he faces.
Video:
Bodycam footage of the officer who spotted the Trump shooter on the roof has been released. pic.twitter.com/ffs3yoEwJk
— Kevin Dalton (@TheKevinDalton) August 8, 2024
Audio Reveals Tensions Between Police and Secret Service
In addition to the video, newly released audio captures a heated exchange between officers in the aftermath of the assassination attempt. One officer can be heard angrily yelling, expressing frustration with the Secret Service. “I told the Secret Service they needed someone on the roof of this building on Tuesday!” the officer shouts, revealing that concerns about the vulnerability of the rooftop had been raised days before the attack.
Audio:
New Trump assassination attempt local police audio obtained by WSJ.https://t.co/9PhVoftADy pic.twitter.com/CHqfAHS6jO
— Phil Kerpen (@kerpen) August 8, 2024
The audio paints a picture of growing tension and frustration among law enforcement as they grappled with the unfolding crisis. The officer’s anger underscores the belief that the situation could have been prevented if proper precautions had been taken.
Aftermath of the Rooftop Confrontation
Following the initial encounter with Crooks, the officer in the bodycam footage eventually makes his way back to the rooftop. By this time, Crooks’ lifeless body lies on the roof, having been neutralized by law enforcement. The footage provides a grim reminder of how close the situation came to turning into a full-blown tragedy.
A Chilling Glimpse into the Chaos
The release of this new audio and video footage offers a chilling glimpse into the chaos and fear that gripped the police officers on the ground that day. It also raises serious questions about the handling of security in the days leading up to the assassination attempt.
As the investigation continues, the public is left to grapple with the unsettling reality that the former president came perilously close to losing his life in an attack that might have been prevented.
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