WASHINGTON D.C. : Heavy gunfire erupted near the White House on Saturday evening, prompting immediate lockdown of the complex and the evacuation of President Donald Trump to a secure location. The attacker was killed by Secret Service personnel before he could enter the White House, according to US media reports.
Gunshots were heard outside the presidential residence, initially with no clear information on who fired or why. However, sources confirmed that Secret Service agents retaliated swiftly, neutralizing the assailant. Two other individuals were reported injured in the shooting incident.
Following the gunfire, the White House was placed under immediate lockdown. A heavy contingent of police was deployed around the complex, with Secret Service snipers taking positions on the roof of the White House.
Journalists who had been gathered on the North Lawn were rushed inside the press briefing room by Secret Service personnel. Footage emerged showing a female journalist panicking and squatting at the sound of the shots, underscoring the fear and chaos of the moment.
President Trump, who was at the White House when the attack occurred, was quickly moved to a safe location. White House officials have not yet released further details on his condition or exact whereabouts.
The attacker was stopped before breaching the White House perimeter. The incident remains under investigation, with authorities working to determine the identity and motive of the assailant.
