Thu Sep 19 06:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Man Arrested for Alleged Attempt to Shoot Trump with AK-47
**West Palm Beach, Florida** – A 58-year-old man, identified as [redacted name], was arrested on Sunday for allegedly targeting former President Donald Trump with an AK-47 rifle while Trump was golfing at Trump International Golf Club.
According to court documents, the suspect allegedly aimed the weapon at Trump through a fence while the former president was playing a round of golf. The Secret Service quickly intervened, ensuring Trump’s safety and escorting him to a secure location. Trump was unharmed in the incident.
The suspect, who faces charges of possession of a firearm as a convicted felon and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number, appeared in court on Monday where he did not enter a plea. He is scheduled for a bond hearing on September 23rd and a probable cause hearing on September 30th. These charges carry a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison.
Authorities revealed that the suspect had been surveilling the golf course for nearly 12 hours prior to his arrest. Cell phone data tracked his movements from 1:59 a.m. to 1:31 p.m., indicating he had advanced knowledge of Trump’s presence at the course.
The suspect reportedly staked out the location and positioned himself for the attack, suggesting a level of premeditation. He was arrested about 50 miles from the golf course in Martin County.
Evidence recovered at the scene included an AK-47-style rifle, a backpack, a GoPro camera, and ceramic body armor, highlighting the seriousness of the alleged attempt and the planning involved.
Sheriff Will Snyder expressed concerns about whether the suspect acted alone or was part of a broader conspiracy. He questioned how the suspect, who is not from the local area, managed to reach the golf course and whether he had accomplices.
The suspect has a history of criminal activity, including a 2002 conviction for weapon law violations and terrorist threats. This followed a three-hour standoff with law enforcement after he barricaded himself inside a roofing business.
The suspect’s son, 35-year-old Oran, expressed disbelief over his father’s actions. While admitting his father’s dislike for Trump, he maintained that he couldn’t believe his father would target the former president.
The charges against the suspect are preliminary and additional charges may be filed as the investigation continues. Law enforcement is keenly interested in any possible links to broader conspiracies or additional threats to public figures.
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