- Thomas Matthew Crooks allegedly exchanged texts with an “unknown contact” about 3D-printed parts.
- The reported messages came a little over a year before the 2024 assassination attempt involving President Donald Trump.
- Crooks was the 20-year-old who clipped Trump’s ear during a 2024 rally.
Thomas Matthew Crooks Allegedly Discussed 3D-Printed Parts
Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old who clipped President Donald Trump’s ear during a 2024 rally, allegedly texted with an “unknown contact” about 3D-printed parts a little over a year before the assassination attempt.
The reported communication is described in FBI Records. The available account identifies the recipient only as an “unknown contact” and does not provide additional details about the nature of the alleged exchange.
Messages Predated the 2024 Trump Rally Shooting
The alleged texts occurred more than a year before the 2024 incident involving Trump. Crooks later became identified in connection with the rally attack after he clipped Trump’s ear.
The report links the earlier messages about 3D-printed parts to Crooks but does not, in the available source material, establish what specific parts were discussed or how the exchange related to the later assassination attempt.
Why This Matters
The reported FBI record adds another documented detail to the timeline surrounding Thomas Matthew Crooks before the 2024 rally incident. However, the limited information available does not establish the purpose of the alleged messages, the identity of the “unknown contact,” or a direct connection between the text exchange and the attack.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Thomas Matthew Crooks?
Thomas Matthew Crooks was 20 years old and was identified in connection with the 2024 rally incident in which President Donald Trump’s ear was clipped.
What did Crooks allegedly text about?
According to FBI Records, Crooks allegedly texted with an “unknown contact” about 3D-printed parts.
When did the alleged messages occur?
The messages allegedly took place a little over a year before the 2024 assassination attempt involving Trump.
