Veteran owner of iconic 'Trump House' dies after vicious alleged beating by stranger
Kerry Sheron, a 69-year-old Army veteran and owner of the iconic 'Trump House' in California, has died following a brutal attack. The incident involved an alleged assault by 32-year-old Thomas Caleb Butler, who has been charged with attempted murder. Sheron had been in critical condition for several days before his death was announced.
- ▪Kerry Sheron was known for his pro-Trump display outside his home in Escondido, California.
- ▪He died after being attacked by Thomas Caleb Butler, who allegedly punched him and continued to strike him while he was on the ground.
- ▪Butler was taken into custody and charged with attempted murder, with the District Attorney's Office reviewing the case for potential additional charges.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 09:33:21 -0400 |
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California Veteran owner of iconic 'Trump House' dies after vicious alleged beating by stranger Kerry Sheron, a 69-year-old Army veteran, was in critical condition for days before his death was announced Sunday By Peter D'Abrosca Fox News Published May 26, 2026 9:33am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video 'Trump House' owner seriously hurt in California attack An Escondido man known for a conspicuous pro-Trump display outside his home has been hospitalized in critical condition after an attack nearby, according to local reports.
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