Crime
Sara Routh Leaves Courthouse in Distress After Father Convicted of Attempted Assassination of President Donald Trump
FLORIDA — A federal jury has found Ryan Routh guilty on all counts in connection with the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump at a Florida golf course.
Routh was convicted on five federal charges, including attempted assassination of a former President and assault on a federal law enforcement officer.
He now awaits sentencing.
Following the verdict, Routh’s daughter, Sara Routh, was seen waiting outside the courthouse.
Witnesses described her as visibly distraught, emotional, and angry.
As reporters attempted to approach her for comment, she shouted profanities before fleeing the area, saying, “Get the F out of my face!”
Former President Trump issued a statement shortly after the conviction, thanking prosecutors, the presiding judge, the jury, and federal law enforcement for their handling of the case:
“Congratulations to Attorney General Pam Bondi, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, and the entire DOJ team on the conviction, in Florida, of the person who attempted an assassination on my life. The trial was meticulously handled, and I would like to thank the Judge and Jury for their time, professionalism, and patience. This was an evil man with an evil intention, and they caught him. I would also like to thank the Secret Service, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and the citizen who spotted him fleeing the scene, recorded key information about his car, and immediately alerted the Sheriff’s Office. That brave action directly led to his arrest and conviction. This is a very big moment for justice in America.”
Attorney General Pam Bondi also released a statement praising the outcome:
“Today’s guilty verdict against would-be Trump assassin Ryan Routh illustrates the Department of Justice’s commitment to punishing those who engage in political violence. This attempted assassination was not only an attack on our President but an affront to our nation itself. I am grateful to U.S. Attorney Jason Quiñones, his trial team, and our law enforcement partners for protecting President Trump and securing this important verdict.”
The Department of Justice confirmed that the conviction underscores its dedication to combating politically motivated violence.
Routh’s sentencing date has not yet been set.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.