Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- An assassination attempt was made on former U.S. President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.

During his speech, gunfire erupted, causing the event to be abruptly halted. Local television channels reported that Trump left the stage with a bloodied ear.

His speech lasted only a few minutes before being unexpectedly interrupted by gunfire. At the time of the incident, Trump was discussing issues related to illegal immigration. Upon hearing the shots, he fell silent, put his hand to his ear, and ducked behind the podium. He was immediately surrounded by bodyguards.

A few minutes later, Trump reappeared on camera, surrounded by security personnel who were escorting him off the stage. It was visible that his right ear was bloodied.

Later, Trump stated that he felt fine after the incident. His press secretary, Steven Cheung, stated that the former president was undergoing a medical examination at a hospital in Pennsylvania.

According to The Washington Post, citing city authorities in Butler, the suspect in the shooting is dead, one event participant was killed, and another was seriously injured.

U.S. President Joe Biden has been informed about the incident at Trump's rally. An urgent address is expected from him. The U.S. Secret Service has implemented additional security measures and is conducting an investigation. A representative from the agency stated that the former president is safe.