i will remove anything that is incorrect, just lmk in the comments. reporting is for kitties.
just say smth is incorrect and quit acting like a control freak reddit mod.
this info is all still very new, and we're all still sorting through whats accurate and what isnt.
- I'd like to thank all the commenters who've been extremely helpful in gathering all this information
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Crooks's DMV photo:
- Some of Crooks's yearbook photos:
Crooks's graduation in 2022 (higher quality video from NotYou in comments):
Some videos from his school, in which he appears (courtesy of NotYou):
- The first photo released of Crooks:
- Crooks seen on the roof, before the shooting:
- Crooks on the roof, after being shot by SS.
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Crooks was a registered republican, however, his political views are still unknown.
- His voter status record:
- this article says he had a groomercord account but it wasn't used frequently.
- A receipt showing his 15$ donation to ActBlue, a democrat party organization:
He was bullied frequently, as mentioned by this schoolmate of his:
ABC news says he tried to join the school's rifle club, but was denied entry, because of his terrible aim.
(screenshot from the ABC news article)
Another schoolmate of his said that he was very passionate about history and government. He was also described by some as a 'loner'.
He graduated with the Star Award worth $500 from the National Math and Science Initiative.
- His house (2506 Milford Dr, Bethel Park)
- Couple clips from police footage, taken on Highland Drive:
Highland drive, currently blocked off, as seen on live-updated traffic maps.
- He was working as a dietary aide at the Bethel Park Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, according to ABC news.
His parents are Matthew Brian Crooks and Mary Elizabeth Crooks [nee Frizzy, possibly]. They are both 53 years old, as of today's date, and are both behavioural counsellors. He may have an older sister, Katherine Crooks. She is 22 years old as of today's date. (info from CNN and USphonebook)
Thomas's mother, Mary, made a post on Twitter, mentioning that her son "had some mental issues and was dealing with built-up anger from bullies". I have not yet seen this video, please attach it in a comment if you've seen it. (I am starting to believe this may be false information)
More information about his household
His father Matthew Brian Crooks is a psychologist and has authored many academic books. He currently works at Community Care Behavioral Health. He is a certified Rehabilitation Counselor and works with people with depression. His mother is called Mary Elizabeth Crooks (born as Mary Elizabeth Frizzy) and is a registered counselor, but has previously taught in a primary school. She might currently be a homemaker. They are both registered democrats. Thomas is registered republican and has donated to democratic parties prior to registration of a republican. However, this does not have to mean a whole lot.
βThe family's annual income is reported to be $310,000. His parents seem to be from Scottish heritage. Thomas was born in September 2003. His parents identify as Jewish. Both of his parents also seem to work as licensed behavioral counselors in Pennsylvania. ββThe newspaper reporter that he received a $500 "star award" from the National Math and Science Initiative. He made a $15 donation to ACTBLUE when he was 17 years old. Thomas Crooks and his parents have been living separately for two years now. He allegedly had a big fight with his father before moving out of the house at the age of 18. Thomas has previously stayed with his grandparents but soon moved out after getting reprimanded for taking drugs.
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Thomas crooks has reportedly come up in several intelligence reports recently. He is known for his extreme views and involvement in violent incidents. Investigations into Crooks' background reveal links to radical groups, including online associations with people promoting drastic actions against perceived enemies, however, this cannot be confirmed. His parents denied having any knowledge about his use of guns or radical ideology. They however admitted that they were aware of his assaults on fellow students in college.
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Thomas was purportedly part of Antifa actions (Minneapolis Demonstration 2021), marked by confrontations with police and incidents of arson. He was twice released on bail with the help of his parents. His father reported to CNN that he is waiting for law enforcement to finish what needs to be finished before he will release a statement about the situation.
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In the image below you can see the shirt Thomas was wearing. This T-shirt promotes a gun YouTube channel, Demolition Ranch. The founder Matt Carriker has seen this and has responded on his Instagram with the three words "What the heck".
Thomas's father's linkedin profile:
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Then there is this story about his mother and her statement. This is completely fake and false. I will provide the screenshots anyway:
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rightwinger?
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Yes
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Ignoring the antifa bit and trump hate, I'm not sure wearing a mask after covid is very indicative of a rightoid.
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Hmm good point, on the other hand being a registered Republican is a good indicator of being a rightoid
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He might have done it once to piss off daddy and never thought of it again. He might have done it to get a gop primary vote like many antifans do (or at least claim to). Identifying as something doesn't magically make you it you know?
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Mods, transphobia ^
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Maybe a cuckservative (woke-styled leftoid by another name) or if he wanted to the right to take blame, sure.
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Lol you mean an actual conservative as opposed to a populist?
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So a rino then?
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Just cuz populists control the Republican party doesn't mean they're Republicans. Parties probably gonna get renamed after a few more years of trump anyway
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Pennsylvania is a closed primary state, may have done it to vote against Dark Lord Donnie as their nominee.
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He registered in 2021, and only voted in the 2022 midterms
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Uh-huh, nice to see you've updated to the latest spin
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