School clarifies that Trump shooter Thomas Crooks was not part of rifle team

Correcting the Record: Bethel Park High School Denies Allegations about Failed Trump Assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks

Bethel Park High School is setting the record straight on Thomas Matthew Crooks, the failed assassin who recently targeted former President Trump. In a statement released on Saturday, the school denied several allegations about Crooks’ time as a student, including claims that he tried out for the rifle team, was a victim of bullying, and threatened violence against the school.

According to the school, there is no record of Crooks trying out for the rifle team, despite claims from former classmates that he did. The school also refuted the idea that Crooks was bullied during his time there, stating that he excelled academically, regularly attended school, and had no disciplinary incidents related to bullying or threats.

Additionally, Bethel Park High School clarified that an incident involving threats made by a different student in 2019 had no connection to Crooks. The school emphasized that the incident was thoroughly investigated and addressed promptly, with the student involved receiving appropriate discipline.

This news comes as more information about Thomas Crooks and his troubled past continues to emerge. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

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