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In the early hours of this Sunday, agents of the United States Secret Service shot a man armed near the White House, right at the intersection of 17th and G Streets in the northwest of the capital.
The spokesperson for the Secret Service, Anthony Guglielmi, reported on the incident through the social media platform X.
The incident occurred shortly after midnight, following a Saturday alert from the Washington D.C. police regarding an individual with suicidal thoughts who was allegedly heading to the capital from Indiana.
Hours later, the agents found a suspicious vehicle parked near 17th and F Streets and spotted a man who matched the description given by the authorities.
According to the official statement, when the agents approached, the individual drew a firearm, which led to a confrontation in which the Secret Service opened fire on him. The suspect was taken to a hospital, but his condition is currently unknown.
No agents were reported injured during the incident.
The incident occurred in the vicinity of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, near the White House, which heightened security alerts in the area. The Washington D.C. police have initiated an investigation to clarify the details of the event and determine the exact circumstances of the confrontation.
At the time of the incident, President Donald Trump was not in the White House, but rather at his residence in Mar-a-Lago, Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions about the incident near the White House
What happened in the incident near the White House?
Secret Service agents shot a man armed at the intersection of 17th and G Streets NW in Washington D.C. after the individual drew a weapon when approached by the officers.
What is the condition of the man injured by the Secret Service?
The injured man was transferred to a hospital, but his current health status is unknown, according to the official statement issued by the authorities.
Was President Donald Trump in the White House during the incident?
President Donald Trump was not at the White House at the time of the incident; he was at his residence in Mar-a-Lago, Florida.
What measures are being taken following the incident near the White House?
The Washington D.C. police have launched an investigation to clarify the details of the incident and determine the exact circumstances of the confrontation. Furthermore, security has been increased in the vicinity of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building.
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