Two victims critically injured during the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, have been upgraded to stable condition. Unfortunately, a third victim, Corey Comperatore, 50, of Sarver, Pennsylvania, was killed while shielding his family.
“Updated PSP Statement Identifying Additional Victims from Butler County“
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The injured victims have been identified as David Dutch, 57, of New Kensington, PA, and James Copenhaver, 74, of Moon Township, PA. Both men are reported to be stable and recovering.
President Trump was shot in the ear, transported to a medical facility, and released later that day. The shooter was fatally shot by counter-snipers moments after the assassination attempt.
Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Col. Christopher Paris released the victims’ names while speaking to reporters on Sunday.
“These victims and their families are certainly in our thoughts today. The Pennsylvania State Police continue to work tirelessly alongside our federal, state, and local partners as this investigation continues,” Paris said.