Summary
James “Jim” Copenhaver, one of the people critically injured in the July 13, 2024 shooting at President Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died two years after the attack. The gunman killed one rallygoer, injured Copenhaver and another man, and was then killed by a Secret Service sniper.
Key Facts
- James Copenhaver was 76 years old and died surrounded by family, though no cause of death was given.
- Copenhaver was wounded by gunfire at Trump’s rally on July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania.
- The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from a rooftop, injuring Copenhaver, David Dutch, and President Trump, and killing Corey Comperatore.
- Corey Comperatore died protecting his family during the shooting.
- David Dutch was seriously injured but survived after hospital treatment.
- Copenhaver suffered serious injuries to his arm and abdomen and underwent multiple surgeries.
- President Trump’s ear was hit by a bullet or fragment but he was not seriously hurt.
- Copenhaver had spoken to President Trump by phone while recovering and expressed ongoing concern about the event and its details.
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