The cop that went to look on the rooftop was from Butler Township Police Department, now being run by Lt. Matthew Pearson. Former Chief John Hays retired just last month. Seems odd that he didn't postpone for a month to meet the once and future President, doesn't it?
Note that two others are answering questions about local law enforcement: Butler Township manager Tom Knights and Butler County Sheriff Michael Slupe.
As for Slupe, he already looks suspect. The latest revelation is that both Township Police officers radioed in after the one dropped off the roof, but in this interview with Slupe, he never mentions the technology of radio even exists:
The cop that went to look on the rooftop was from Butler Township Police Department, now being run by Lt. Matthew Pearson. Former Chief John Hays retired just last month. Seems odd that he didn't postpone for a month to meet the once and future President, doesn't it?
Note that two others are answering questions about local law enforcement: Butler Township manager Tom Knights and Butler County Sheriff Michael Slupe.
As for Slupe, he already looks suspect. The latest revelation is that both Township Police officers radioed in after the one dropped off the roof, but in this interview with Slupe, he never mentions the technology of radio even exists:
Armed Butler Township officer encountered Trump rally shooter on roof, sheriff says (CBS News 7/15/2024)