Robert Lee Syvrud, a registered sex offender, was recently detained for threatening to kill former President Donald Trump.
Following former President Donald Trump's arrival in Cochise County to speak on border concerns, Robert Lee Syvrud, who had expressed online threats against Trump, was arrested, the New York Post reported.
The Cochise County Sheriff's Office, under the direction of Sheriff Mark Dannels, led a focused search for Syvrud after his threats became public. It was a high-priority case due to the potential threat to Trump's safety.
Law enforcement agencies conducted an intense three-day search, circulating wanted posters for Syvrud.
A breakthrough occurred in St. David, Arizona, where officers located Syvrud. The Cochise County Sheriff's Office reported:
"At approximately 2:16 p.m., units observed the suspect travelling outside the identified location, and a felony stop was conducted. Syvrud was taken into custody without further incident at 2:30 p.m."
Syvrud, 66, was arrested during a routine traffic stop at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday after being spotted at 2:16 p.m. by law enforcement.
The sheriff's department prioritized neutralizing threats to public figures and the community. "Locating this subject was a priority," they stated.
Syvrud's online threats began on Tuesday, continuing into Wednesday, prompting a swift search that led to his Thursday arrest.
Former President Trump was touring the border in Sierra Vista, Arizona, advocating for stricter immigration policies during Syvrud's apprehension.
In addition to threat-related charges, Syvrud faces legal issues for failing to register as a sex offender and outstanding warrants for a DUI in Wisconsin and a hit-and-run in Arizona.
The arrest highlights security concerns for political figures, just weeks after another assassination attempt on Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.
Syvrud's capture alleviated an immediate threat and showcased law enforcement's efforts to ensure public safety around high-profile individuals.
