Oran Routh, the son of alleged would-be assassin Ryan Wesley Routh, was arrested on September 24, facing child pornography charges after federal authorities discovered disturbing images on his phone during an investigation related to his father’s case.
Discovery of Disturbing Material
The federal complaint reveals that during a search of Oran’s Greensboro, North Carolina home on September 21, agents found hundreds of child pornography images on his Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and another device. The content reportedly included videos depicting children as young as six being sexually abused.
Connection to Father’s Criminal Activities
Oran Routh is the son of Ryan Routh, who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump while the former president was golfing in West Palm Beach, Florida, on September 15. Ryan Routh had previously sent a letter to a friend admitting to his intentions to kill Trump over political disagreements, particularly regarding views on Russia and the Ukraine war.
Prior Criminal Record
This isn’t Oran’s first brush with the law. He has three prior arrests in North Carolina from 2015 and 2016, including charges for driving while impaired and assaulting a female in two separate incidents.
Current Legal Situation
It remains unclear who is representing Oran Routh in his ongoing criminal case. The investigation is active, and further details are expected as the situation unfolds.