A California man widely known in his neighborhood for covering his property with large pro-Donald Trump decorations and political signs was attacked outside his Escondido home.
The incident involving the so-called “Trump House” has drawn significant online attention after local outlet CBS 8 reported that the homeowner suffered serious injuries during the attack.
The man’s wife said she believes the attack stemmed from the couple’s outspoken political support for President Trump and the extensive decorations displayed outside their residence.
The Escondido home had become something of a local landmark because of its prominent Trump banners and political messaging that was visible from the street.
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What happened to ‘Trump House’ owner?
Kerry Sheron, 69, was reportedly assaulted on Wednesday afternoon in Escondido, leaving him in severe condition. The incident also left a bystander injured after the individual had intervened to offer help, as per reports.
The victim’s wife, Maria, said that her husband, Kerry, who claims to be an Army veteran, was attacked while working on his truck outside their house. According to the police, he sustained serious injuries.
At 2:14pm on Wednesday, Escondido Police officers discovered the elderly man with serious injuries after responding to allegations of an assault in the vicinity of East Mission Avenue and Buchanan Street.
However, the suspect fled the scene on foot before authorities could arrive. Police located the suspect matching his description a few blocks away near East Mission and Begonia and identified him as Thomas Caleb Butler.
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Kerry Sheron attacked for political reasons?
Maria reportedly said her family had previously experienced verbal confrontations and hostility connected to the political decorations outside their house. As per Kerry Sheron’s wife, the couple’s political demonstrations outside their house might have been the catalyst for the attack.
She said, “They don’t like the flags. I don’t know why. I support America. My husband is [a] veteran. He tried to kill my husband, you know. It’s terrible. I don’t know what kind of hate… what heart, the black heart,” as per CBS8.
Butler, who is from Sheron’s neighborhood, “liked” the house according to The California Post and also supported President Donald Trump as a registered Republican. Butler was unemployed and battling demons after serving in the Navy for a number of years, according to the outlet.
According to his family friend, Butler was on medication and still faced debilitating mental health issues. Butler is accused with first-degree murder attempt. His arraignment is set to take place in North County Court on Friday at 1:30 p.m.
