The owner of a notable pro-America and President Donald Trump-themed residence in southern California has succumbed to injuries following an attack by a stranger last week. Police revealed on Sunday that Kerry Sheron, aged 69, died after spending several days in critical condition at the hospital.
Sheron was a U.S. Army veteran who owned a home in Escondido, California, famously adorned with American flags and pro-Trump decorations. The incident unfolded outside Sheron’s property, which had previously attracted complaints and acts of vandalism.
Kerry Sheron, a U.S. Army Veteran, owned the recognized ‘Trump House’ in southern California. The property was notably decorated with numerous American displays, indicative of his support for America and President Trump.
Deputy District Attorney Ross Garcia explained the brutal attack, supposedly committed by 32-year-old Thomas Caleb Butler. Reports from NBC 7 indicate that Sheron was initially struck in the jaw and subsequently fell, after which the suspect reportedly continued to assault him.
Following a brief search, Butler was apprehended without complication. He faces charges of attempted murder. Authorities stated that the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office is evaluating the circumstances to ascertain whether additional charges apply.
Thomas Matthew Butler, a Navy veteran described as suffering from PTSD, is accused of attacking Kerry Sheron. A friend indicated Butler’s belief that others were out to harm him, despite his ongoing medication.
At approximately 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Escondido police responded to an assault report at the intersection of East Mission Avenue and Buchanan Street, near the ‘Trump House.’ Upon arrival, officers found Sheron with severe injuries, and a bystander who attempted to intervene was also hurt.
Maria Garcia, Sheron’s wife, expressed doubt regarding her husband’s survival following the attack. She speculated the attack might have been politically motivated.
Maria Garcia remarked on the attack’s severity, expressing bewilderment over the apparent animosity towards their home’s display of American and pro-Trump flags.
Visuals from the scene showed police tape encompassing the home where the attack left Sheron critically injured. Police have detained Thomas Caleb Butler on charges of attempted murder.