Richard Paul Pavlick

Richard Paul Pavlick

Richard Paul Pavlick

Richard Paul Pavlick was an American man known for his attempted assassination of President John F. Kennedy in December 1960. Pavlick's failed assassination plot gained significant media attention and highlighted the potential dangers faced by public figures.

Background

Born in 1887, Pavlick served in the military during World War I. Following his military service, he worked various odd jobs and lived a relatively quiet life in the United States.

Assassination Attempt

On December 11, 1960, Pavlick attempted to assassinate President John F. Kennedy by planning to detonate a bomb-laden vehicle near the president's residence in Palm Beach, Florida. However, his plan was foiled when he was arrested by local authorities before he could carry out the attack.

Motives

Pavlick's motives for the assassination attempt were unclear, but he reportedly held grievances against the government and believed that his actions would bring about positive change.

Legal Proceedings

Following his arrest, Pavlick was charged with attempting to assassinate the president. He was found mentally incompetent to stand trial and was subsequently committed to a mental institution for further evaluation and treatment.

Legacy

The attempted assassination by Richard Paul Pavlick underscored the importance of security measures for public officials and led to increased vigilance in protecting political figures from potential threats.