Posted on 05/21/2026 10:02:34 PM PDT by Signalman
Kerry Sheron, a 69-year-old Army veteran and owner of a residence in the San Diego area known locally as the “Trump House,” was critically injured in an assault near his home. His wife later told reporters that Sheron’s chances of recovery are slim to none.
Escondido police responded to reports of an assault in progress around 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Upon arrival, officers found Sheron suffering from severe injuries, while a utility worker who intervened kept the suspect restrained.
Sheron was transported to a trauma center, where he remained in critical condition in the ICU as of Thursday evening.
Sheron’s wife stated that her husband is not expected to survive the injuries. In a statement, she described his chances of recovering as having “no hope” following the assault, according to a report from the New York Post.
The property owned by Sheron has become a local landmark due to its extensive displays of American flags, Trump-related memorabilia, and MAGA signage. According to Sheron’s Facebook page, the property experienced vandalism in March, including damaged flags.
The house is located in the Midway-East neighborhood of Escondido, which is part of the greater San Diego area.
Thomas Caleb Butler, 32, was arrested at the scene and booked into the Vista Detention Facility on charges of first-degree attempted murder. He is not eligible for bail and was scheduled for arraignment on Friday. If convicted, he faces the possibility of life in prison
Butler is a Navy veteran who served several years before becoming unemployed. A family friend described him as suffering from severe PTSD, noting that his condition was debilitating when not properly medicated. The friend portrayed Butler as someone who enjoyed activities like playing with Legos and Star Wars items, and said he experienced intense paranoia.
Butler lived only blocks away from Sheron’s residence.
According to the family friend, Butler had expressed that he “liked” the Trump House and supported President Donald Trump. He was also registered to vote as a republican.
Police have stated that they believe Butler did not know Sheron personally and that the attack does not appear to be politically motivated. The investigation is ongoing as of this report.
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Sounds more like he has PTDS - Perpetual Trump Derangement Syndrome.
I agree with you Amigo.
PTSD seems a catch All for many disorders that are simply a self absorbed personality that has a Long list of things to Blame that’s in the Past and Out of Their control. A little ‘Bird’ says Strike Out and they have No Foundation to Restrain themselves or Consider the consequences to Others.
‘Do What Thou Wilt’ is what our enemy is broadcasting 24/7.
Cheers
Good question
What Was His Pet Peave?
I’m with you: PTSD is the normal human reaction to sustained stress. Sleeplessness, fear, shocks. It is not “veterans going whacko”, it is a recovery process.
Probably receiving disability for PTSD because some rocket landed about a mile from where he was. Hate to say it, but the recent veterans I’ve met maybe should have never been in the military. I was blown through the air by blasts just feet away from me while in VietNam. Get back up and go to work. No shrapnel, so no report.
ah yes, grown man/star wars. an aphrodisiac, really.
In fact, the Democrat Party has always been a party of violence. It founded the ku klux klan! They're still at it!
Those brows are a bit too well-groomed.
Big 39 year olds should not take on and throw down 69 year olds....
You guys seem to forget that SEALs and combat medics are navy….
My question too…I’d surmise that the rates of PTSD are highest among SEAL team members and EOD guys who served during the GWOT.
That’s a crime right there
Bingo
Hmmmm! Maybe a ‘MAGA extremist’(?) jealous of the victims display then? Or another “TDS extrmist” (teds-ex) off their meds.
OK
Maybe Just the Last Army/Navy football Game?
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Didn’t see Any Special Forces Mentioned
Or ParaMedic. Service commendation?
All I saw instead of Discharge was
UNEMPLOYED!?
I’m a Discharged Nam era Vet and I Respect those things.
Youngster...
Wait till you hit 71.
Who you covering For?
Doesn't pass my smell test.
Is a "family friend" the same as anonymous source?
Crickets....
Hit and Run
Useless
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