Secret Service Shoots Suspect Near White House After Gunfire
A man opened fire near the White House perimeter and was shot by the Secret Service. A bystander was also wounded in the incident.
The Secret Service shot a man who fired multiple shots near the White House grounds on Sunday. A bystander was also struck by gunfire during the response.
The suspect carried a pistol and fired at least three shots along the outer perimeter, according to initial reports. The Secret Service took the suspect into custody after neutralizing the threat. White House security protocols were activated immediately after the shots were heard.
Patel stated that the FBI was on scene supporting the Secret Service. " — FBI Director Kash Patel Law enforcement officials confirmed the suspect never entered the White House perimeter. The area remained under lockdown while investigators processed the scene.
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