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crimepolitics1 year ago

FBI Investigates Trump Shooting Motive in Suspect's Hometown

The FBI is investigating the motives behind Thomas Matthew Crooks's attempt to assassinate Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Despite extensive searches and interviews, Crooks's reasons remain unclear. The incident, which resulted in Trump's injury, one death, and two injuries, has heightened political tensions and fears of civil unrest. Crooks, who was killed by Secret Service agents, had no prior FBI record and legally purchased the firearm used. The investigation continues to determine if he acted alone or had co-conspirators.

via The Guardian US|
#crimepolitics#fbi#investigation
crimepolitics1 year ago

"Trump Rally Gunman Featured in BlackRock Ad, Company Confirms"

Thomas Matthew Crooks, the suspected gunman in the attempted assassination of former President Trump, appeared in a 2022 ad for asset manager BlackRock. The company has removed the ad and is cooperating with authorities. Crooks, who was bullied in high school, opened fire at a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, wounding Trump and killing one spectator before being fatally shot by the Secret Service. Investigators found bomb-making materials in his vehicle and home. BlackRock condemned the violence and expressed condolences to the victims.

via The Hill|
#assassination-attempt#blackrock#crimepolitics
crimepolitics1 year ago

Mother of Jan. 6 Officer Swatted After Son Criticizes Trump

Michael Fanone, a former D.C. police officer assaulted during the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, criticized Donald Trump, leading to a swatting incident at his mother's Virginia home. A fake email claimed Fanone had killed his mother and planned a school shooting, prompting a police response. Fanone attributes the harassment to his outspoken criticism of Trump and the events of Jan. 6.

via The Washington Post|
#crimepolitics#donald-trump#january-6-capitol-attack
crimepolitics1 year ago

"Man Sets Himself on Fire Outside Trump Trial: New Details Emerge"

A man set himself on fire outside the Manhattan courthouse where former President Donald Trump is standing trial, and emergency crews took him away in critical condition. The man, identified as Maxwell Azzarello, used an alcohol-based cleaning substance to light the blaze and threw "conspiracy-theory-type" pamphlets in the air before the incident. The incident occurred as jury selection concluded for Trump's trial, which marks the first criminal trial of a former US president in the country's history.

via Al Jazeera English|
#courthouse-security#crimepolitics#criminal-charges
crimepolitics1 year ago

Lebanese Hezbollah and Hamas Money Changers Found Dead in Beirut

Mohammed Sarur, a senior Hezbollah money changer sanctioned by the US Treasury for allegedly transferring millions of dollars to Hamas, was found dead in a mountain town near Beirut with gunshot wounds to his legs and a large sum of money on his body, indicating a violent interrogation. His death comes amid heightened tensions in Lebanon, including fears of political and sectarian violence, and concerns about money laundering in the midst of the country's financial collapse.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#assassination#crimepolitics#hamas
crimepolitics1 year ago

"Mexican City's Mayoral Candidates Assassinated in Rapid Succession"

Two mayoral candidates in Maravatío, Mexico, were shot dead within hours of each other, raising concerns about the upcoming national elections being the most violent in the country's history. The killings are believed to be linked to organized crime, with drug cartels exerting influence over local politics. The violence has instilled fear and powerlessness among residents, leading to doubts about the effectiveness of voting and the impact on democracy at the local level.

via The Associated Press|
#crimepolitics#drug-cartels#mayoral-elections
crimepolitics1 year ago

"Alabama Attorney General's Office Targeted in Explosive Device Detonation"

An explosive device detonated outside the office of Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall over the weekend, following a state Supreme Court ruling that embryos are considered children under state law. The incident occurred amid concerns about potential legal repercussions for IVF providers and families, prompting at least three IVF providers in the state to suspend services. Authorities are investigating the explosion, and the attorney general's office has stated that they have no intention of using the court decision as a basis for prosecuting IVF families or providers.

via NBC News|
#alabama#attorney-general#crimepolitics
crimepolitics1 year ago

"Haiti's Former First Lady and Ex-PM Charged in President's Assassination"

The widow of Haiti's late President Moise, along with the former prime minister and ex-chief of police, have been charged with complicity in his assassination. A leaked document alleges that the first lady conspired with the former PM to kill the president and replace him. The document orders the arrest and trial of about 50 people involved in the killing, including Colombian mercenaries. Meanwhile, a separate case on Moise's killing is being tried in Miami, with 11 people facing prosecutions. Haiti has been in chaos since Moise's death, with no election held and the country spiraling deeper into violence and instability.

via Al Jazeera English|
#assassination#conspiracy#crimepolitics
crimepolitics1 year ago

Haiti's Former First Lady Indicted in President's Assassination

The widow of Haiti's assassinated president, Martine Moïse, has been indicted for complicity in his killing, along with 50 others, including the leader who briefly took over after the attack. The indictment accuses Martine Moïse and others of associating with criminals, but provides little evidence of her involvement. The report has sparked political tensions in Haiti, with critics alleging it is politically motivated, while the prime minister's office denies any interference with the judicial process.

via The Washington Post|
#assassination#complicity#crimepolitics
crimepolitics1 year ago

"Haiti's President Assassination Probe: Widow, Ex-PM, and Police Chief Indicted"

A judge investigating the 2021 assassination of Haiti's President Jovenel Moïse has issued a final report indicting his widow, Martine Moïse, ex-prime minister Claude Joseph, and former police chief Léon Charles, among nearly 50 suspects. The indictments are expected to further destabilize Haiti, which is already struggling with gang violence and political unrest. The report details the involvement of various individuals and the events surrounding the assassination, including the extradition of suspects to the U.S. and the discovery of a plot involving mercenaries.

via The Associated Press|
#assassination#conspiracy#crimepolitics
crimepolitics1 year ago

"From SEAL to Kingpin: The Unlikely Transformation of a Child Rescuer"

A former Navy SEAL, initially involved in child rescue missions in Haiti, became embroiled in the country's politics and secured control of a picturesque island, Ile-à-Vache, from its inhabitants. His ties to Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) and Haitian government figures facilitated this venture, which aimed to develop the island into a multi-billion dollar resort. However, his involvement raised questions about corruption and the project's viability, leading to a rift with O.U.R. and revelations about the group's actual operations. The ex-SEAL's business partners and their sources of funding also came under scrutiny, highlighting a complex web of connections and questionable activities.

via The Daily Beast|
#child-rescue#corruption#crimepolitics
crimepolitics1 year ago

"New Mexico Man Admits to Targeting Democrats' Homes in Drive-By Attacks"

A New Mexico man has pleaded guilty to carrying out drive-by shootings targeting the homes of Democrats after being hired by a failed Republican candidate who claimed election fraud. The attacks followed the candidate's defeat in the 2022 state legislature race, and no one was injured. The candidate, Solomon Peña, has pleaded not guilty and awaits trial, while the man who carried out the shootings, Demetrio Trujillo, faces several years in prison. The case highlights concerns about political violence and election interference, and since the shootings, New Mexico lawmakers have passed legislation to address such intimidation.

via The Guardian US|
#crimepolitics#drive-by-shootings#election-interference
crimepolitics1 year ago

Gunman Claims Failed Election Candidate Paid Him to Shoot Officials in New Mexico

Demetrio Trujillo pleaded guilty to helping a failed Republican candidate, Solomon Peña, carry out drive-by shootings at the homes of Democratic officials in New Mexico. Trujillo admitted to being paid by Peña to intimidate former election candidates by shooting at their residences. Peña, who lost the election and refused to acknowledge his defeat, denies the charges and is set to stand trial in June. The case raises concerns about political violence in the US, with Peña's actions possibly influenced by former president Donald Trump's false claims of election fraud.

via BBC.com|
#conspiracy#crimepolitics#drive-by-shootings
crimepolitics2 years ago

"South Korean Lawmaker Hospitalized After Attack, Teen Arrested"

South Korean ruling party lawmaker Bae Hyun-jin was hospitalized after being struck on the head with a rock by an unidentified assailant in Seoul's Gangnam district, with a male suspect claiming to be 15 years old arrested at the scene. The lawmaker's condition was described as "not life threatening," and the incident has sparked concerns about political violence and terrorism. This attack follows a recent stabbing of the country's opposition party leader and other high-profile politicians being targeted in public in recent years.

via South China Morning Post|
#arrest#assault#attack
crimepolitics2 years ago

"South Korean Opposition Leader Recovers from Near-Fatal Stabbing Attack"

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung was stabbed in the neck by a man who told police he wanted to prevent Lee from becoming president. The suspect, who acted alone, had been dissatisfied with authorities' handling of corruption allegations against Lee. Lee, released from the hospital after surgery, called for an end to "politics of hatred" and expressed gratitude to his supporters. The attack comes amid heightened political tensions in South Korea, with Lee being a vocal critic of President Yoon Suk Yeol and a potential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.

via The Associated Press|
#crimepolitics#opposition-leader#political-motive