A shooting incident was reported outside Trump Golf Club in Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday. The Republican candidate for the US Presidential Election, Donald Trump, is completely safe. Following the incident, the FBI and Secret Service are conducting briefings around Trump's golf course. The investigation has been handed over to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which has stated they are investigating the incident as an 'attempted murder'.
Secret Service officials indicated that the incident occurred just before 2 AM (local time). However, it is still not clear whether the former President was the target. According to Secret Service officers, Trump is completely safe, and an investigation has already begun.
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Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr., mentioned local law enforcement sources stating that an AK-47 rifle was found in the bushes, and one suspect has been arrested.
The New York Post has reported, citing law enforcement sources, that Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is safe after a shooting incident between two individuals outside his Florida golf club on Sunday.
The FBI Issued a Statement
The FBI released a statement saying the agency has responded to 'West Palm Beach Florida' and confirmed they are investigating the incident. They described the case as a possible 'attempt to assassinate former President Trump'.
Officials at the press briefing said, 'The suspect had an AK-47 rifle with a scope and a GoPro. The shooter was between 300-500 yards away from Trump. The Secret Service tackled the suspect, firing at least four shots. It is not clear yet whether the assailant fired any shots.'
Trump Was Playing Golf During the Incident: Report
According to a report by The Washington Post, Trump was allegedly playing golf at the club when the incident occurred. After the event, Secret Service agents took him to a holding room within the club. Officials reported that the shooter was approximately 300-500 yards (275-450 meters) away from Trump.
'I Will Never Surrender': Trump
Following the shooting incident, Donald Trump wrote an email to his supporters, stating, 'I will never surrender!'
He said, 'Shots were fired around me, but before rumors spiral out of control, I wanted you to hear from me first: I am safe and sound! Nothing will stop me. I will never surrender!'
'Glad He's Safe'
In response to the incident, US Vice President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris stated, 'I have been informed about the shooting near former President Trump's property in Florida, and I am glad he is safe. There is no place for violence in America.'
A Previous Attack in Pennsylvania Rally
On July 13, during an attempt on Trump's life at a rally in Pennsylvania, a shooting incident occurred. A bullet grazed his ear, causing minor injuries. The assailant was identified as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, who was shot by a Secret Service sniper.
