Suspect in attempt to kill Trump faces fourth charge for assaulting officer
A US grand jury on Tuesday indicted Cole Allen, the suspect in the attempted assassination of US President Donald Trump, on a fourth charge of assaulting an officer with a deadly weapon during the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Allen already faced three charges: one for attempting to assassinate the president, which could result in a life sentence, and two others related to the use and transport of firearms.
TL;DR
- Cole Allen has been indicted on a fourth charge: assaulting a federal agent with a deadly weapon.
- The incident occurred during the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where President Donald Trump was present.
- Allen had previously been charged with attempting to assassinate the president and weapons offenses.
- He allegedly attempted to enter a hotel with firearms and knives, and reportedly fired at an officer.
- The judge overseeing the case has apologized for the harsh prison conditions Allen experienced.