Man Threatens President Biden’s Life and is Killed by FBI During Warrant Attempt
The family of Craig Robertson, a man who was killed by the FBI during a warrant attempt at his home in Utah, has spoken out about his actions and state of mind leading up to the incident. According to the family, Robertson had been “distraught” by what he perceived as a corrupt and overreaching government.
In a statement on Facebook, Robertson’s family expressed their shock and devastation over the “senseless and tragic killing” of their beloved father and brother. The FBI had raided Robertson’s home after he allegedly posted threats online against President Joe Biden, his family, and former President Barack Obama.
Court documents revealed that Robertson had made references to a “presidential assassination” and had also threatened Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, Attorney General Merrick Garland, and New York AG Letitia James. In a Facebook post from September 2022, Robertson allegedly wrote, “The time is right for a presidential assassination or two. First Joe then Kamala!!!”
The fatal incident occurred just hours before President Biden was scheduled to land in Utah. According to reports, Robertson refused to comply with the FBI and pointed a weapon at the agents, leading to his death. The FBI has stated that they take all shooting incidents involving their agents or task force members seriously and that the shooting is currently under review.
Robertson’s family emphasized that his online behavior was a way for him to express his frustration with the government. They described him as an elderly and largely homebound man who often took to social media to vent his frustrations. The family stated that while his statements may have been intemperate at times, he would never commit an act of violence over a political or philosophical disagreement.
The FBI had been alerted to Robertson’s threats by Truth Social in March. Two agents approached Robertson at his home, but he dismissed the threat, claiming it was just a dream. He told the agents, “We’re done here! Don’t return without a warrant.” Over the following months, the FBI uncovered multiple threats against Garland, James, and Vice President Kamala Harris. The situation escalated when Robertson posted on social media that he had heard President Biden was coming to Utah and that he was “cleaning the dust off the M24 sniper rifle.”
The incident has sparked debate about the balance between freedom of speech and the responsibility to address potential threats to public figures. The FBI’s review of the shooting will likely shed more light on the circumstances surrounding Robertson’s death and the actions taken by law enforcement.
How could law enforcement have better handled the situation with Garland and Robertson, taking into consideration Robertson’s deteriorating mental state?
Garland, and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. The threats prompted the FBI to take action and obtain a warrant to search Robertson’s residence.
According to the family’s statement, they acknowledged that Robertson’s mental state had deteriorated in recent months. They expressed their concern over his increasing obsession with conspiracy theories and his growing belief that the government was plotting against him and the American people.
The family stated that they had tried to help Robertson get the necessary mental health support but were met with resistance. They emphasized that their loved one was in need of professional help and hoped that his tragic death would serve as a wake-up call to tackle the mental health crisis in the country.
The FBI’s raid on Robertson’s home took a tragic turn when an altercation broke out between him and the agents attempting to execute the warrant. According to the official report, Robertson brandished a weapon, prompting the agents to defend themselves. Tragically, the confrontation resulted in Robertson’s death.
The incident has sparked debate about the use of force by law enforcement during warrant executions and mental health support in the United States. Critics argue that a more compassionate approach should have been taken, given Robertson’s clearly deteriorating mental state.
Meanwhile, supporters of law enforcement stress the importance of ensuring the safety of agents and public figures threatened by individuals like Robertson. They believe that the FBI acted within its boundaries to protect the President and other officials from potential harm.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the FBI is working to determine the full circumstances surrounding Robertson’s online threats and his state of mind leading up to the incident. These findings will shed further light on a tragic incident that highlights the complexities and challenges faced by law enforcement when dealing with individuals whose actions pose a threat to national security.
This is a tragic incident that highlights the need for accountability and transparency within law enforcement agencies. I hope the family gets the justice and answers they deserve. #EndPoliceBrutality