California man known for pro-Trump displays dies after assault outside his home
Kerry Sheron, a 69-year-old man known for his pro-Trump displays, died after being assaulted outside his home in Escondido, California. Thomas Caleb Butler, 32, has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident, which authorities describe as unprovoked. The motive for the assault remains unclear, and Sheron's death is under investigation by the medical examiner's office.
- ▪Kerry Sheron died on Sunday night after an assault on May 20.
- ▪Thomas Caleb Butler was arrested and charged with attempted murder and elder abuse.
- ▪The assault was described as unprovoked, and it is unclear if the two men knew each other.
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U.S. newsCalifornia man known for pro-Trump displays dies after assault outside his home Kerry Sheron, 69, died Sunday night after the May 20 assault in the San Diego-area city of Escondido.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00ShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 26, 2026, 7:25 PM EDT / Updated May 26, 2026, 7:53 PM EDTBy Tim StellohA Southern California man known for his patriotic and pro-Trump home decorations died after he was assaulted outside his house, authorities said.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.Kerry Sheron, 69, died Sunday night after the May 20 assault in Escondido, north of San Diego, the city’s police department said in a statement Monday.Thomas Caleb Butler, 32, was arrested last week on charges…
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