On September 15, 2024, Routh hid in some bushes holding an SKS-style rifle just outside Trump Internationl Golf Course. After hiding there for nearly twelve hours, Routh pointed his weapon through the fence line, approximately 400 yards away from Trump. A Secret Service agent noticed this and fired four rounds towards Routh, who fled the scene and was later captured.
Routh was indicted on five federal charges, including attempting to assassinate a presidential candidate. He was also indicted on three state charges including attempted felony murder. He was found guilty on all five federal charges and is awaiting sentencing.