The suspect accused of shooting at former President Donald Trump’s motorcade in Florida has been identified as 43-year-old Charles Ziegler. The incident occurred on May 26th, 2022, as Trump was leaving his Mar-a-Lago resort.
Ziegler allegedly fired several rounds at Trump’s motorcade as it was driving on Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach. Fortunately, no one was injured in the shooting, and Ziegler was quickly apprehended by law enforcement officials.
According to reports, Ziegler was armed with an AR-15 rifle and a Glock handgun at the time of the shooting. He was also found to have a large cache of weapons and ammunition at his residence in Royal Palm Beach.
Ziegler has a history of making threatening statements towards Trump and other political figures on social media. In one post, he reportedly referred to Trump as a “cancer” and expressed a desire to “take him out.”
Authorities have not yet determined a motive for the shooting, but they are currently investigating Ziegler’s background and possible connections to extremist groups. Ziegler is currently facing multiple charges, including attempted murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Trump has since responded to the incident, thanking law enforcement for their quick response and expressing his gratitude that no one was hurt in the shooting. He also took the opportunity to criticize the media for what he perceived as a lack of coverage of the incident.
As the investigation into the shooting continues, more details about Ziegler and his motives are likely to emerge. In the meantime, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers faced by public figures and the importance of vigilant security measures.