Newly released bodycam footage reveals the chaotic moments leading up to an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024.

The footage shows that approximately 40 seconds after an officer spotted the suspect, Thomas Matthew Crooks, he fired eight shots, hitting Trump in the ear and killing a rally attendee, Corey Comperatore.

In addition to the fatality, the shooting resulted in injuries to two other individuals, raising serious concerns about security at high-profile events.

Butler County Sheriff Michael Slupe noted that had the shooting occurred just seconds earlier, the bullet could have struck Trump in a more critical area.

Local officers expressed frustration over their previous warnings to the Secret Service about the building's vulnerability, suggesting that officers should have been stationed nearby.

One officer had warned the Secret Service days before the rally about the potential threat, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures.

In the aftermath, the U.S. Secret Service acknowledged the assassination attempt as a failure on their part and announced a review of their protective policies.

Former Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned following criticism of the agency's response and communication failures surrounding the incident.

The bodycam footage captures an officer's attempt to confront Crooks, who pointed a firearm at him, forcing the officer to duck and injuring himself in the process.

The investigation into the events leading up to the shooting continues, with significant scrutiny on the coordination among local, state, and federal agencies.

As chaos ensued, armed law enforcement officers worked to manage the situation and ensure public safety, highlighting the urgent need for effective security protocols.