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US former President Donald Trump was swiftly escorted offstage by the Secret Service after shots were fired during his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The Secret Service has confirmed that Trump is now safe, and his campaign has stated he is being checked at a local hospital.

BREAKING: Donald Trump rushed offstage as gunshots were fired at him during rally (video) | Pulse Ghana

Andreas Kamasah

<h2>Witnesses reported hearing numerous shots before Secret Service agents rushed to shield Trump. Footage circulating online show Trump touching his ear and then crouching to the ground, with some blood visible on his face. Trump was subsequently taken away in a motorcade, raising his fist as he entered an SUV.</h2>

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"Secret Service has implemented prures and the former President is safe," said Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi. "This is now an active Secret Service investigation and further information will be released when available."

In a statement, the Trump campaign expressed gratitude to law enforcement and first responders for their swift actions during the incident. "President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow."

Law enforcement sources have informed CBS News that there is no longer a threat, with the suspect believed to be either dead or in custody, though details remain unclear. Secret Service agents did engage the suspect, according to the sources.

A White House spokesperson confirmed that President Biden has received an initial briefing on the incident. Representative Mike Kelly of Pennsylvania, who was present backstage, reported seeing a woman next to him get hit, along with several others.

CBS News campaign reporter Jake Rosen interviewed an eyewitness with blood on his shirt, who identified himself as an emergency room physician. He described performing CPR on a victim with a head wound. "I heard the shots. I thought it was firecrackers at first," he recounted. "Someone was screaming he's been shot. I went over, saying I'm an ER physician, let me help. The man had a head shot with lots of blood and brain matter."

A medivac helicopter landed at Allegheny General Hospital, where an individual was quickly transported. The identity and condition of this person are currently unknown. A small number of police were seen outside the hospital.

Donald Trump Jr. tweeted a photo of the incident, writing, "He'll never stop fighting to Save America." North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, considered a potential running mate for Trump, posted on social media, "Please join Kathryn and me in praying for President Trump, his family, and everyone attending the rally today." Senator Marco Rubio of Florida and Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio, both also potential VP candidates, tweeted their prayers and well-wishes for Trump and the rally attendees.

Donald Trump rushed off stage as gunshot were fired at his rally

BREAKING: Donald Trump rushed offstage as gunshots were fired at him during rally (video)

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