In a concerning incident near the White House, two people were shot during an encounter with Secret Service officers on Saturday. The event took place at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and 17th Street Northwest, a location just outside the White House complex.

Details of the Incident

According to a law enforcement official, the Secret Service’s uniformed division responded to reports of a person discharging a weapon. This led to a rapid response from the Secret Service, with CNN reporters on the scene hearing what seemed to be dozens of gunshots. The incident triggered a lockdown of the White House, with members of the press corps being rushed into the briefing room for safety.

The Secret Service confirmed they were investigating the reports of shots fired. The situation was tense, with agents seen carrying rifles and securing the area. The lockdown was eventually lifted after the situation was deemed under control.

Response and Investigation

President Donald Trump was present at the White House during the incident. The FBI, led by Director Kash Patel, stated on social media platform X that they were on the scene supporting the Secret Service’s response. They assured the public that updates would be provided as more information became available.

This incident follows a similar event less than a month ago during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where shots were fired, causing panic among attendees. The suspect in that case, Cole Tomas Allen, has pleaded not guilty to charges including attempting to assassinate President Trump.

As investigations continue, the Secret Service and other agencies are working to ensure the safety of the White House and its surroundings.

Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.