Shooter Had Explosives In Car, Father Bought His Gun

The Associated Press reports:

Two law enforcement offiials tell The Associated Press investigators believe the weapon was bought by the father of Thomas Matthew Crooks, who’s been identified as the shooter, at least six months ago. The officials said federal agents were still working to understand when and how Crooks obtained the gun and gather additional information about him as they worked to try to identify a possible motive. The investigation is focused on Crooks.

Read the full article. In a paywalled story, the Wall Street Journal is reporting that “explosive devices” were found in the shooter’s car.

Authorities found explosive devices in the car of the man who officials say tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump, according to people briefed on the investigation https://t.co/FzexcKtGVD https://t.co/FzexcKtGVD

— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) July 14, 2024