A San Antonio woman has been apprehended in Washington, D.C., for issuing threats against former President Donald Trump.
According to the Houston Chronicle, Christina Montoya faces charges of carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm, and threats against a former president.
The Metropolitan Police Department arrested Christina Montoya, 41, on Friday in Washington, D.C., near the White House. Authorities allege that Montoya had threatened former President Donald Trump and was unlawfully carrying a firearm.
According to the police, information about Montoya was received at 12:12 p.m. on Friday, prompting a swift response. Officers located her black Honda Accord at 12:40 p.m. on the 1600 block of North Carolina Avenue, less than four miles from the White House.
Upon searching Montoya’s vehicle, law enforcement recovered several items, including a Smith and Wesson brand box, a magazine, a handgun, and a red gun lock. This discovery resulted in multiple charges against Montoya.
The United States Secret Service was responsible for alerting the Metropolitan Police Department, which facilitated the search for Montoya. They provided the key details necessary to locate her and prevent any potential threats from materializing.
The incident report indicates that Donald Trump was the target of Montoya’s threats, and the offense date was listed as July 20. As of the day of her arrest, Trump was across the country, engaged in fundraising activities in the Hamptons.
The backdrop of this incident is especially concerning given the recent attempts on Trump's life. Less than a month prior, on July 13, Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt during a rally in Pennsylvania.
In that incident, Trump was injured with a gunshot to the ear, and firefighter Corey Comperatore tragically lost his life. Two other individuals also sustained injuries in the attack, heightening the significance of any threats made against the former president.
Montoya is facing several severe charges that carry significant legal consequences. She has been charged with carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm, and making threats against a former president.
Each of these charges carries potentially heavy penalties and reflects the gravity of her actions. The legal process will determine the full extent of Montoya's culpability and any subsequent punishment.
These charges address Montoya's immediate actions and serve as a message to others who might consider similar threats. The swift response by the Secret Service and the Metropolitan Police underscores the importance placed on protecting current and former leaders.
Christina Montoya’s arrest in Washington D.C. for threatening former President Donald Trump has resulted in charges including carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm, and making threats against a former president. The Metropolitan Police Department, alerted by the United States Secret Service, located Montoya's vehicle and confiscated a handgun and related items.
