Arrest Made in Connection with Gunfire at Kamala Harris’ Arizona Office
Tempe, Arizona: A Suspect Arrested
Police in Tempe, Arizona, have arrested a 60-year-old man, Jeffrey Michael Kelly, suspected of shooting at a Democratic National Committee (DNC) office over the last two months and hanging suspicious bags of white powder from political signs in a nearby village.
Multiple Incidents Reported
The suspect, Kelly, was charged with several felonies, including the unlawful discharge of a firearm, shooting at a non-residential structure, and committing an act of terrorism, as well as misdemeanor criminal damage. According to the police, Kelly targeted the DNC office in three separate incidents. The office is shared by staff from Harris’ campaign, the state Democratic Party, and campaigns for House and Senate candidates.
Incidents
Last month, police responded to the DNC office after staff reported noticing what appeared to be gunshots through the office’s front windows. Earlier in September, police said the same office’s front windows were hit by a pellet or BB gun. The most recent incident was reported in September when police said the office’s front windows appeared to be hit by a pellet or BB gun again.
Politic Sign Vandalism
Police also alleged that Kelly posted several political signs with suspicious bags of white powder and lined with razor blades in the village of Ahwatukee, Arizona. The motive behind these incidents remains unclear.
Reactions and Investigations
The DNC did not immediately return a request for comment. The FBI and local authorities are investigating the incidents and are working to determine the suspect’s motivations. Arizona is one of the critical battleground states vying for the election between Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Conclusion
The arrest of Kelly marks a significant development in the investigation into the incidents targeting the DNC office in Tempe, Arizona. The motive behind the shooting and sign vandalism remains unclear, but the arrest provides some relief to those concerned about the incidents. The investigations continue, and authorities will provide further information at a press conference on Wednesday.
FAQs
- What was the suspect’s motivation behind the incidents?
- The motive behind the shooting and sign vandalism remains unclear.
- How did the suspect target the DNC office?
- The suspect shot at the office from outside and hung suspicious bags of white powder from political signs in a nearby village.
- What are the charges against the suspect?
- The suspect faces several felonies, including the unlawful discharge of a firearm, shooting at a non-residential structure, and committing an act of terrorism, as well as misdemeanor criminal damage.
- What is the current status of the investigation?
- The FBI and local authorities are still investigating the incidents, and a press conference will be held on Wednesday to provide further information.
