Clarification on Thomas Matthew Crooks and Bethel Park School District Statement
Bethel Park School District clarified misconceptions about Thomas Matthew Crooks, the shooter behind the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, including him being bullied or part of the school's rifle team.
Key Points
- Thomas Crooks was never a member of the school's rifle team
- False claim of him threatening violence against the school in 2019
- Crooks had no disciplinary incidents, bullying, or threats recorded in school
- He was described as a quiet, bright young man by the school district
Pros
- Clarifies misconceptions about the shooter's background
- Provides factual information regarding the school district's involvement
Cons
- The incident is related to a tragic event of an assassination attempt on a former president