Trump Assassination Suspect is a Convicted Felon Prohibited from Owning Firearms

Law enforcement officials have revealed that the suspect in the recent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump is a convicted felon who was legally barred from possessing firearms. The incident, which took place at a golf course where Trump was playing, involved a 58-year-old individual identified as Ryan Wesley Routh.

Incident Details

The event occurred on Sunday afternoon when Secret Service agents noticed Routh wielding an AK-47 style rifle at the premises. The agents reacted swiftly, opening fire on the suspect around 1:30 p.m. Routh managed to flee the scene, but thanks to a witness’s information and a photograph of Routh’s vehicle’s license plate, law enforcement officials were able to apprehend him shortly after.

Evidence Found at the Scene

Upon investigating the scene, authorities discovered an AK-47 style rifle equipped with a scope, two backpacks containing ceramic tiles, and a Go-Pro camera. These items have been taken into evidence as the investigation continues.

Suspect’s Background

Ryan Wesley Routh is no stranger to law enforcement. He holds a previous conviction related to possessing a weapon of mass destruction, a charge that was handed down a year following the 9/11 attacks. Due to this conviction, Routh was legally prohibited from owning any firearms.

Arrest and Investigation

Routh is currently in custody, and further details about his background and motives are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. Sheriff Ric Bradshaw of Palm Beach County has commended the quick response of the Secret Service agents and provided a briefing on the incident and the materials found at the scene.

As the story unfolds, stay tuned for more updates on the incident and the ongoing investigation.