Police probe if fatal attack on man outside his Trump-themed home had political motive

Police probe if fatal attack on man outside his Trump-themed home had political motive1 hour agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleNardine SaadLos AngelesGetty ImagesA stock image of Maga and pro-Trump flagsA US Army veteran in southern California has died after being assaulted last week outside his home, which was well known in the area for its elaborate display of American flags, military insignias and pro-Trump and Maga decor.Kerry George Sheron, 69, died in hospital four days after the incident, in which a bystander who intervened was also injured, Escondido police said. No motive has yet been identified.Officials arrested Thomas Caleb Butler, 32, a few blocks away after he allegedly fled on foot.The suspect, who is being detained without bail, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, elder abuse, making criminal threats and battery. He pleaded not guilty in court.Butler entered his plea before Sheron's death and charges against him could now be amended.Escondido police said they responded to a report of an assault just after 14:00 local time on 20 May. Upon arrival, officers located Sheron, who was "suffering from significant injuries", as well as the injured person who intervened. Sheron was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and died on 24 May. His cause and manner of death are pending determination by the medical examiner. Butler made his first court appearance last Friday, pleading not guilty to attempted murder and other charges. He is due back in court on 3 June."The case is in the process of being presented to the San Diego County District Attorney's Office, which is reviewing the circumstances to determine whether charges will be amended," police said on Monday.The district attorney's office did not immediately respond on Thursday to the BBC's request for comment.US media, including the New York Post and Fox News, cited friends of Butler who said that the US Navy veteran has "severe P...