Chilling details of Thomas Crooks upbringing revealed in bombshell FBI docs: emotionless since birth

Key Points:

• Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old who attempted to assassinate President Trump in July 2024, was described by his father as a quiet, emotionally reserved individual from birth, rarely expressing strong emotions or social interest.
• Crooks showed early signs of behavioral issues, including occasional acting out in school and suspected ADHD, and became increasingly withdrawn during his teenage years, often talking to himself and struggling with social interactions.
• He developed a growing obsession with guns during his adolescence, practicing marksmanship over several years and acquiring firearm parts and accessories under pseudonyms online, alongside experimenting with 3D printing and homemade weapons.
• Politically, Crooks identified as a Republican but did not strongly adhere to party ideology, showing interest in political debate without clear allegiance, and expressed shock over events like the January 6 Capitol riot, with no indication of extremist beliefs.
• Despite his intense interests and solitary nature, Crooks’ family reported no clear warning signs or motives for his violent actions, leaving them puzzled about why he attempted the assassination, which resulted in one death and multiple injuries.