Martin County Sheriff William Snyder describes the arrest of Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, revealing his disturbingly calm demeanor and suspicious actions.
Martin County Sheriff William Snyder has shed light on the chilling details of the arrest of Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect accused in the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Snyder recounted the unsettling encounter with Routh, expressing his immediate suspicions upon apprehending him.
Despite the helicopters circling overhead and sirens wailing, Routh remained eerily composed, never questioning Snyder's reason for pulling him over. Snyder's intuition was piqued by this detached behavior and flat facial expression.
Second Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump: Florida Sheriff Provides Startling Details
According to Snyder, Routh was armed with an AK-47 outside the golf course while Trump was playing the fifth hole on Sunday. He was arrested in neighboring Martin County after fleeing in a black Nissan following gunshots fired by Secret Service agents who spotted him aiming the rifle through the fence around Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Snyder expressed outrage at the incident, labeling it "completely appalling" and a disturbing reflection of the current state of affairs in America. "Here you have the past president of the United States, a contender for being the next president of the United States," he said. "And the guy's out golfing. What the heck? He was out golfing. He's not even on the campaign."
Second Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump: Florida Sheriff Provides Startling Details
Authorities revealed that Routh had in his possession two backpacks, bullet-deflecting ceramic plates, and a GoPro camera, all of which were confiscated. The AK-47 was also recovered by law enforcement.
Snyder praised the swift and effective actions of local law enforcement, particularly the Secret Service agents who detected the rifle and immediately alerted the former president. He believes that the agencies involved will now enhance their security measures in the wake of this alarming incident.
Second Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump: Florida Sheriff Provides Startling Details
Trump himself echoed Snyder's sentiments, commending the Secret Service's quick response. He reassured his supporters that he was unharmed and, despite the harrowing experience, would continue to engage with the public.
Just two months prior, Trump narrowly escaped a bullet to the right ear during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Following the second attempt on his life, Trump sent out a fundraising email to assure his supporters of his well-being and express his unwavering commitment to their support.
Second Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump: Florida Sheriff Provides Startling Details
This second assassination attempt raises serious concerns about the safety of former and current political leaders and underscores the heightened security risks they face in today's divisive climate.
