Suspects Note: Attempted Assassination Plot Against Trump Unveiled in Court Documents

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A pre-written note discovered in the investigation of a man arrested near former President Donald Trump’s golf course has revealed a chilling assassination plot. The suspect, Ryan Routh, 58, reportedly wrote the note months before his arrest, explicitly stating his intent to kill Trump. "This was an assassination attempt on Donald Trump," the note ominously reads, as cited in court filings released on Monday.

 

Routh was arrested on September 15 at a Trump-owned golf course in Florida. Since then, prosecutors have pursued charges of attempted assassination of a major political candidate, alongside federal gun crime charges. Judge Ryon McCabe has ordered Routh to be held without bail, citing the strength of the evidence. "The weight of the evidence against the defendant is strong," the judge remarked during the hearing.

 

At present, Routh faces two gun-related charges, including illegal possession of a firearm as a convicted felon. However, federal prosecutors are pushing for additional charges of plotting the assassination of a political figure, asserting that their evidence points toward a premeditated plan targeting Trump.

 

According to court documents, the note, addressed to "The World," was sent to an unnamed witness months prior to the alleged assassination attempt. In the letter, Routh expressed his belief that his attempt on Trump's life might not succeed, writing, "I tried my best and gave it all the gumption I could muster." He went on to offer a reward for anyone who could finish the job in his stead, stating he would pay in cash.

 

The box containing this letter also held ammunition, tools, building materials, and four phones. These items were delivered to the witness's home, where they remained until the witness learned of Routh’s arrest and subsequent charges. After opening the box and discovering its contents, the witness contacted the authorities.

 

Routh’s arrest came after a Secret Service agent patrolling the golf course in West Palm Beach noticed him lurking near the sixth hole. Routh was seen carrying a rifle, leading the agent to react swiftly. According to the court filing, the agent drew his gun and fired when he observed Routh moving the weapon, though Routh himself did not fire during the incident. He fled the scene, leaving behind the firearm and other belongings, but was apprehended shortly after being spotted on Interstate 95.

 

Investigators uncovered further troubling evidence, including 11 rounds of ammunition in Routh's possession, one of which was already chambered. A handwritten list of dates, corresponding to Trump's scheduled public appearances between August and October, was also found in his vehicle. Phone records revealed that Routh had spent nearly a month near Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort between mid-August and mid-September, suggesting he had been tracking Trump's movements.

 

Originally from North Carolina, Routh’s life has been marked by a series of legal problems, including multiple theft-related charges between 1997 and 2010. He also made a failed attempt to join Ukraine’s military in 2022, following Russia's invasion. Described by a Ukrainian soldier as “nonsensical” and “delusional,” Routh’s repeated attempts to recruit foreign fighters proved unsuccessful due to his age and lack of experience.

 

Prosecutors are pressing for Routh to remain in custody, labeling him both a flight risk and a threat to public safety. His arraignment is scheduled for September 30, where he is expected to enter a plea.

 

Based on a report from: BBC 2024-09-24

 

 

 

[Danderman123]

A real nut job.

[Tug]

The dude is toast pelican bay bound I suspect oh well guess he’s opted for the grey bar hotel retirement plan….

[Danderman123]

This guy was in planning mode for months.

 

Imagine his reaction to the news of the shooting in Butler, PA.