According to several law enforcement sources who spoke with ABC News, the individual who was taken into custody by Florida authorities on Sunday in connection with a possible attempt on the life of former President Donald Trump is thought to be connected to North Carolina.
According to sources, 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh is thought to have roots in Hawaii and North Carolina.
Authorities are anticipated to press charges in the upcoming days, according to sources.
About two months have passed since Trump was shot in the ear during a Butler, Pennsylvania, campaign rally.
Sources involved with the investigation have revealed that authorities are investigating if Routh has grievances over Ukraine, particularly about Trump’s stance on the matter.
Where in North Carolina Routh had ties was not made apparent.