Ryan Routh, 58, accused of plotting to kill Republican nominee at West Palm Beach golf course earlier this monthA man accused of lurking outside Donald Trump’s south Florida golf course on 15 September with a gun – and allegedly writing about his desire to kill him – was charged on Tuesday with attempting to kill the Republican presidential candidate.Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, was indicted on five counts in south Florida federal court: attempted assassination of a major political candidate, possessing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, assaulting a federal officer, felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number. He was first charged with federal firearms crimes after his arrest. Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/sep/24/man-charged-trump-assassination-attempt
Author : Victoria Bekiempis and agencies
Publish date : 2024-09-25 01:45:35
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