Attack is being investigated as an assassination attempt, law enforcement officials tell multiple media outlets.
A male gunman reportedly opened fire Saturday while former President Donald Trump was delivering a speech at a campaign rally just outside of Butler, Pa. Trump, who was injured during the attack, was rushed offstage by a swarm of Secret Service agents.
As the chaotic scene unfolded, a person described as the gunman was shot and killed, Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger told the Associated Press and NBC. An audience member was also killed and a second was listed in serious condition, according to Goldinger.
Trump raised his fist to acknowledge his supporters and appeared to be bleeding from his ear as he was led to his motorcade and left the venue. His campaign later released a statement saying he was "fine." The Secret Service is now investigating the incident as an assassination attempt, officials told the AP.
Here are the latest developments:
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What we know so far
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Trump was speaking at a rally outside of Butler, Pa., on Saturday evening when pops were heard coming from the crowd.
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Trump appeared to have been hit, or possibly grazed, by something and brought his hand to his ear before dropping down below the podium.
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Secret Service agents rushed the stage as screams could be heard from the crowd.
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Trump stood and gestured with a fist to the crowd, and there appeared to be blood dripping from his ear.
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Secret Service agents rushed Trump to his motorcade.
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Police began clearing the fairgrounds.
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Trump's campaign released a statement saying the former president was "fine."
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Trump was struck on the ear and the apparent shooter, a male who has not yet been identified by law enforcement is dead, according to the Washington Post.
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A rallygoer was killed and another person is in serious condition, according to Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger
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No further information has yet been released on the apparent shooter or their motive.
Read more:
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Trump removed from stage by Secret Service after loud noises startle former president, crowd [USA Today]
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Trump 'fine' and suspect dead after gunshots at rally as authorities investigate assassination attempt: Live updates [The Independent]
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Trump rally erupts in gunfire, former president safe, officials say [Reuters]
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Trump rushed offstage after possible assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally; former president 'fine,' spokesperson says [ABC News]
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