The Truth Behind the Shooting at Donald Trump’s Rally

On the day of the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally, several key details emerged that challenged the claims that the bullet that grazed his ear missed hitting the people behind him. This article delves into the truth behind the incident, offering a comprehensive overview of the evidence and analysis available.

Mass Shooting Analysis

Four individuals were struck by gun fire, leading to a mass shooting at the rally. The victims included Donald Trump himself, who was grazed by a bullet, David Dutch (his security advisor), James Copenhaver (a swing vote registered Democrat), and Corey Comperatore (shot dead).

Tom Crooks' Role in the Shooting

Thomas Crooks, a gunman, is believed to have fired the shots that resulted in the deaths and injuries. The audio and video analysis of the incident suggest that Crooks fired a series of shots, with the first three being slower and the subsequent five being faster. The final shot, the ninth, was reported to be the kill shot by a Secret Service sniper.

Analysis of the Shots

Early analysis suggested the possibility of multiple shooters, with the rapid-fire shots coming from a second shooter. However, further updates have concluded that these rapid-fire shots were likely movements by Crooks as he retreated, and the single shot that appeared to come from a different location was believed to be a misfire from a SWAT officer who missed shooting Crooks.

Upon the arrest of Tom Crooks, any potential investigation into the incident shifted focus, as there was no need for a criminal prosecution trial. This resulted in less thorough evidence collection and analysis. Only a civil court lawsuit brought by the other victims and their families might lead to a more detailed investigation.

Conspiracies and Incompetence

Speculations about a government conspiracy or law enforcement and Secret Service incompetence have emerged. However, evidence suggests that each of the shots fired was accounted for, with the majority coming from Thomas Crooks. The rapid-fire shots were likely retreat movements by Crooks, and the final single shot was from a SWAT officer who missed Crooks, followed by the Secret Service sniper taking the kill shot.

Refutation of Missed Shots Claims

Assertions that the bullet missed hitting people in the stands behind and to the sides of Trump are not accurate. The evidence clearly shows that four individuals were hit, indicating that the bullet did not miss its intended targets.

Evidence and Analysis

A detailed video and audio analysis by an investigator with crime experience suggested that the first three shots were slower and the subsequent five were faster. The final shot, the ninth, was the kill shot by a Secret Service sniper. This analysis, although no longer available, provided significant insights into the sequence of events.

Conclusion

The shooting at Donald Trump's rally was a tragic event, but the evidence overwhelmingly suggests that the bullet that graze Trump's ear also hit several other individuals behind him, contradicting claims to the contrary. The focus on conspiracy theories, while understandable, is misplaced given the clear sequence of events and the detailed analysis available.