Trump shooter used 'AR-style' rifle that was legally purchased: FBI

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The shooting suspect who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally used an "AR-style" rifle, the FBI says. Police identified the shooter as a 20-year-old male from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The FBI confirmed the weapon Crooks used was purchased legally. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. Advertisement The would-be assassin of former President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally on Saturday used an "AR-style" rifle that was purchased legally, the FBI believes. The FBI, on early Sunday morning, confirmed the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. FBI Special Agent Kevin Rojek, director of the agency's Pittsburgh field office, said in a news conference Sunday afternoon that the FBI recovered an "AR-style 556 rifle which was purchased legally." This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in .