Right-wing influencer Nick Fuentes narrowly escapes assassination attempt, sparking controversy and debate.
At a Glance
- Armed intruder attempted to assassinate Nick Fuentes at his home
- Suspect, identified as John R. Lyons, was armed with a pistol, crossbow, and incendiary devices
- Incident occurred after Fuentes’ address was allegedly doxxed online
- Suspect was shot dead by police after killing two dogs and engaging in a shootout
- Fuentes plans to relocate and pursue legal action against those who shared his address
Assassination Attempt on Nick Fuentes
On December 18, 2024, Nick Fuentes, a prominent figure in the “America First” movement, faced a harrowing ordeal when an armed individual attempted to assassinate him at his home in Berwyn, Illinois. The incident has sent shockwaves through conservative circles and raised concerns about the dangers of doxxing. “Doxxing” is the practice of disclosing someone else’s personal information online, such as address, employment history, and other items. It is usually done to intimidate a person or to make him a target of bad actors.
According to Fuentes, the assailant, later identified as 24-year-old John R. Lyons, was heavily armed with a pistol, crossbow, and incendiary devices. Security footage captured the suspect spending approximately 10 minutes attempting to gain entry into Fuentes’ residence while the influencer was live-streaming.
Police Response and Suspect’s Violent Past
The Berwyn Police Department confirmed responding to a report of an armed man at Fuentes’ address. Upon arrival, the suspect fled the scene, tragically killing two dogs in a neighbor’s home before engaging in a shootout with law enforcement. The confrontation resulted in the death of the assailant.
“Last night an armed killer made an attempt on my life at my home, which was recently doxxed on this platform. The gunman carried a pistol, crossbow, and incendiary devices. I believe he intended to kill me,” Nick Fuentes said.
Authorities later revealed that Lyons was believed to have committed a triple homicide in Mahomet, Illinois, earlier that night, adding a chilling dimension to the already disturbing event. The connection between the earlier murders and the attempt on Fuentes’ life remains under investigation.
Doxxing Concerns and Legal Action
The assassination attempt has brought the issue of doxxing to the forefront. Fuentes claims that his home address was recently exposed online, potentially leading to the dangerous encounter. In response, he has announced plans to relocate and pursue legal action against those responsible for sharing his personal information.
“I am looking for an Illinois attorney to help me pursue legal action against the most high-profile social media users who posted my address under the Illinois anti-doxing statute. People need to be held accountable for this so it ends now,” Fuentes said.
The incident has sparked a debate about the consequences of doxxing and the need for stricter measures to protect individuals’ privacy, regardless of their political affiliations. It has also raised questions about the responsibility of social media platforms in preventing the spread of personal information that could lead to real-world harm.
Ongoing Investigations and Security Concerns
As investigations into the assassination attempt and the earlier triple homicide continue, Fuentes has expressed gratitude for surviving the ordeal and condemned doxxing as a dangerous practice. He has announced plans to enhance his security measures and is seeking donations to establish a new streaming studio in a safer location.
“Tragically, the gunman broke into a neighbors home to evade police & killed two of their dogs. Doxing is not a game. This nihilistic lynch mob behavior must end before anyone else is killed,” Fuentes added.
