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Additional Charges Expected in Death of Escondido 'Trump House' Owner

02 June 2026 13:50

Additional charges are expected to be announced in court on Wednesday against Thomas Caleb Butler, accused in the fatal attack on Kerry Sheron, owner of the 'Trump House' in Escondido. - Butler, 32, allegedly punched Sheron, 69, causing him to fall and then struck him multiple times.

- A bystander who tried to intervene was also injured. - Motive remains under investigation, including possible political component.

- Butler initially pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, elder abuse, criminal threats, and battery; Sheron died two days after the arraignment. The San Diego County District Attorney's Office has not specified the new charges.

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