Man Arrested Near Trump Golf Course with Joker-Themed Rifle and Body Armor
Sean Steiner, a 36-year-old man from Glendale, Arizona, was arrested on March 29 near the Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of a man running in traffic and discovered Steiner hiking nearby trails equipped with a bulletproof vest, gloves, and multiple weapons. Authorities seized a loaded rifle painted green and purple with phrases associated with the Batman villain 'The Joker,' including 'Why so serious?' and 'Let’s put a smile on that face.' Although the firearm had an orange tip resembling a toy gun, it was functional. Steiner also possessed two loaded handguns, high-capacity magazines, additional ammunition, a duffel bag, and a step stool. He reportedly told deputies he fired one of the guns near a landslide area to release anger. Steiner faces felony charges for possession of an assault weapon, possession of a short-barreled rifle, possession of a large-capacity magazine, and carrying a loaded firearm in public. He has not yet entered a plea, and his attorney has not commented on the case. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns near properties associated with former President Donald Trump.
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Man Arrested Near Trump Golf Course with Joker-Themed Rifle and Body Armor
Sean Steiner, a 36-year-old man from Glendale, Arizona, was arrested on March 29 near the Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of a man running in traffic and discovered Steiner hiking nearby trails equipped with a bulletproof vest, gloves, and multiple weapons. Authorities seized a loaded rifle painted green and purple with phrases associated with the Batman villain 'The Joker,' including 'Why so serious?' and 'Let’s put a smile on that face.' Although the firearm had an orange tip resembling a toy gun, it was functional. Steiner also possessed two loaded handguns, high-capacity magazines, additional ammunition, a duffel bag, and a step stool. He reportedly told deputies he fired one of the guns near a landslide area to release anger. Steiner faces felony charges for possession of an assault weapon, possession of a short-barreled rifle, possession of a large-capacity magazine, and carrying a loaded firearm in public. He has not yet entered a plea, and his attorney has not commented on the case. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns near properties associated with former President Donald Trump.
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