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FBI Gains Access to Thomas Matthew Crooks' Phone in Trump Assassination Attempt

Jul 15, 2024, 07:06 PM

The FBI has successfully gained access to the phone of Thomas Matthew Crooks, the suspected shooter in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The phone, which was password protected, was flown to the FBI’s lab in Quantico for analysis, with court approval. Investigators are now analyzing Crooks' electronic devices to uncover his plans and motives. The FBI has also completed searches of Crooks' residence and vehicle and conducted nearly 100 interviews related to the case.