DEVELOPING STORY: Multiple shots were fired at Trump Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida while the former president was playing golf. President Trump is safe.
“President Trump is safe following gunshots in his vicinity. No further details at this time,” Steven Cheung, a spokesman for the Trump Campaign said in a statement.
CBS NEWS reports:
The Secret Service, in conjunction with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, is investigating a protective incident involving former President Donald Trump that occurred shortly before 2pET. The former president is safe. Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office will have more details soon.
The New York Times reports:
Teri Barbera, a spokeswoman for the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, confirmed that a shooting took place “on the grounds” of the Trump International Golf Course West Palm Beach while Mr. Trump was present. A “person of interest” has been detained, she said.
“The intent right now is unknown,” Ms. Barbera added. A news conference has been scheduled for 3:15 p.m.
Donald Trump, Jr. said an AK-47 was reportedly discovered in bushes near the golf course. He posted on X that a suspect has been apprehended.
It is not immediately clear whether the former president was the intended target of the gunman. This post will be updated with additional details. Click here to get my breaking news alerts.
The roads to @realDonaldTrump golf club in West Palm are now closed with heavy police presence around the surrounding area after multiple gun shots were fired in his vicinity.
— Derek Utley (@realDerekUtley) September 15, 2024
The road closure is for several miles with law enforcement coordinating at any possible access point.… pic.twitter.com/DWHPo1w70L