Arizona Man in Hot Water Over Controversial Actions Toward Ex-President

Arizona Man in Hot Water Over Controversial Actions Toward Ex-President

A 66-year-old Arizona man faces charges for allegedly threatening to kill former President Donald Trump during his border visit.

At a Glance

  • Ronald Lee Syvrud, 66, was arrested for making death threats against Donald Trump
  • Threats were made via social media posts over the past two weeks
  • Arrest occurred as Trump visited the US-Mexico border in Cochise County, Arizona
  • Syvrud faces additional warrants, including failure to register as a sex offender
  • The U.S. Secret Service is investigating the threats against Trump

Arrest Made Following Social Media Threats

The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office apprehended Ronald Lee Syvrud, 66, of Benson, Arizona, following a series of alleged death threats made against former President Donald Trump. The threats, posted on social media over the past two weeks, coincided with Trump’s scheduled visit to the US-Mexico border in Cochise County.

Authorities were alerted to the first threatening social media message on Tuesday, with a second post discovered on Wednesday. The sheriff’s office prioritized locating Syvrud as part of their operations plan for Trump’s border visit, adding extra investigative resources to the search.

Arrest Details and Additional Charges

Syvrud was apprehended without incident during a traffic stop around 2:30 p.m. on Thursday. The arrest took place within county lines, as announced by the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office. In addition to the alleged threats against Trump, Syvrud faces several other charges and warrants.

Carol Capas, a spokesperson for the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office, stated: “Syvrud was arrested without incident and booked on suspicion of two counts of threatening and a felony warrant for failing to register as a sex offender.”

The suspect also has outstanding warrants in Wisconsin and Arizona, including charges of driving under the influence and felony hit and run. As of the latest reports, Syvrud’s name did not appear on the list of inmates at the county jail, and there was no information available regarding a court date or attorney.

Trump’s Border Visit and Security Measures

The former president was visiting Cochise County, Arizona, on Thursday to tour the US-Mexico border. Trump’s team was briefed about the search for Syvrud before his arrival. Despite the potential threat, Trump proceeded with his visit, during which he criticized Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris for allegedly allowing illegal immigrants into the US.

When asked about the situation, Trump expressed that he was unaware of the specific search for Syvrud but was not surprised due to his tough stance on crime. The incident highlights the ongoing security concerns surrounding high-profile political figures, particularly in the current charged political climate.

Ongoing Investigation and Security Measures

The U.S. Secret Service is now investigating the threats against Trump. This incident follows a recent assassination attempt on July 13, after which the Secret Service increased Trump’s security detail and planned to use bulletproof glass at campaign rallies.

The arrest of Syvrud serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers faced by political figures and the importance of vigilant security measures. As the investigation continues, authorities will work to determine the full extent and credibility of the threats made against the former president.

Sources:

1. Arizona man accused of posting threats to Trump is arrested

2. Southern Arizona Man Arrested After Alleged Threats Against Trump as Candidate Visited Border

3. SOUTHERN ARIZONA MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGED THREATS AGAINST TRUMP AS CANDIDATE VISITED BORDER

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