RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif. (KABC) — Just days ahead of President Donald Trump’s scheduled visit, a man was taken into custody at Trump’s golf club near Los Angeles. The individual allegedly captured photos and videos while reportedly surveilling security operations at the site, as stated by the authorities.
The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Jeanine John Taele of Downey, was arrested following a report from federal agents about his suspicious activities at the Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes. He now faces charges related to carrying a concealed firearm and possession of armor-piercing ammunition.
Reports from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department indicate that Taele was observed traversing the golf course, documenting the premises through photographs and videos, while seemingly scrutinizing the security arrangements in place.
The deputies who detained Taele learned that he was already under investigation for robbery by the El Segundo Police Department. His vehicle was discovered parked within the golf course grounds, adding to the suspicions against him.
According to the sheriff’s department, a magazine with 16 rounds of hollow-point ammunition was found in Taele’s possession, specifically in his pants pocket, upon search.
They also searched his vehicle and found a loaded pistol with a round chambered, along with an additional loaded magazine containing hollow point ammunition.
Deputies conduct search warrant
Deputies executed a search warrant Sunday at Taele’s home in Downey and found the following items:
- An illegally modified AR platform rifle
- A 1911 .45 caliber pistol
- An AR platform upper receiver
- Bulk pistol and rifle ammunition
- Multiple notebooks containing concerning statements
The FBI and the Secret Service are both investigating the incident. Meantime, the sheriff’s department said additional charges could be added as the investigation continues.
Taele remains in custody.
This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.
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