Charges Filed in Trump Golf Course Incident

On September 16, 2023, U.S. Attorney Marzel Leo announced that Ryan Wesley Ralph, aged 58 from Hawaii, has been charged in the Southern District of Florida for firearms offenses related to an incident at Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach. He was apprehended after allegedly fleeing the scene where a rifle was discovered near a tree line. The charges include possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number. The investigation, led by the FBI, is being treated as a potential assassination attempt on former President Trump, demonstrating a coordinated effort between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Law enforcement officials emphasize the seriousness of the situation and continue to gather evidence, including electronic devices and surveillance footage. The case is ongoing, reflecting the importance of community vigilance and prompt reporting of suspicious activities.