Story perspectives

Shot that Wounded Secret Service Officer Came From Trump Assailant.

4/30/2026

Summary

Story summary

Investigators concluded the bullet that struck Secret Service Officer V.G. was fired by suspect Cole Tomas Allen, not friendly fire.
Allen, 31, attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump at the Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, D.C., fired a shotgun and faces attempted-assassination and firearm charges.
Officials and a magistrate said six rounds were fired—one from Allen’s shotgun and five from the officer—and ordered legal visits after Allen’s April 27 federal appearance.

1 of 1

Story summary

Investigators concluded the bullet that struck Secret Service Officer V.G. was fired by suspect Cole Tomas Allen, not friendly fire.
Allen, 31, attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump at the Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, D.C., fired a shotgun and faces attempted-assassination and firearm charges.
Officials and a magistrate said six rounds were fired—one from Allen’s shotgun and five from the officer—and ordered legal visits after Allen’s April 27 federal appearance.