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Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Trump-Themed Home Assault

5/26/2026

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Kerry Sheron was assaulted outside his Escondido home on May 20 and died at a hospital.
Thomas Caleb Butler was charged with attempted murder, elder abuse, criminal threats and battery, facing up to 15 years if convicted.
Butler pleaded not guilty, leading the judge to order him held without bail.
Neighbors gathered with flowers and prayers outside the Trump-themed Escondido residence after Sheron’s death.

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Story summary

Kerry Sheron was assaulted outside his Escondido home on May 20 and died at a hospital.
Thomas Caleb Butler was charged with attempted murder, elder abuse, criminal threats and battery, facing up to 15 years if convicted.
Butler pleaded not guilty, leading the judge to order him held without bail.
Neighbors gathered with flowers and prayers outside the Trump-themed Escondido residence after Sheron’s death.