Tragedy struck the PA Trump Rally when 50-year-old Corey Comperatore lost his life while trying to protect his daughter. He was identified as the man killed by a sniper during an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, injured the former president and two others before being taken down by law enforcement.

Corey’s sister, Dawn Comperatore Schafer, shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook, revealing the devastating impact of hatred. She wrote, “The PA Trump Rally claimed the life of my brother, Corey Comperatore. The hatred for one man took the life of the one man we loved the most.”

Described as a hero, Corey died shielding his daughter from harm. His sister expressed the limitless nature of hatred and the boundless love Corey had for his family. She called for prayers for the grieving family, acknowledging the painful reality they now face.

orey’s wife and daughter also shared their experiences from that fateful day. His daughter, Allyson, recounted how her father bravely shielded her from the bullet. With immense love for his family, Corey selflessly put himself in harm’s way. She fondly referred to her father as a “real-life superhero.”

Helen, Corey’s wife, expressed the profound sorrow they now carry. What was supposed to be an exciting day turned into a nightmare that their family will never forget. The impact on their young girls is something that can never be undone. Despite the tragedy, Helen acknowledges that Corey died the hero he always was.

Corey Comperatore’s bravery and unwavering love for his family will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. His untimely death serves as a painful reminder of the senselessness of violence and the immeasurable depths of a father’s love.