Shooting Near White House: What We Know as Secret Service Responds
An individual was shot by law enforcement near the Washington Monument on Monday, prompting a response from the Secret Service and local police. The scene, located at 15th Street and Independence Avenue, was secured, and nearby roads were closed. The White House was briefly placed on lockdown, but President Trump's event continued without disruption.
- ▪The shooting occurred near the Washington Monument at 15th Street and Independence Avenue, SW.
- ▪DC police confirmed they were on the scene and advised the public to avoid the area due to road closures.
- ▪The White House was briefly placed on lockdown, and journalists were escorted inside during the incident.
- ▪Security around the White House has been heightened since a recent attack outside the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
- ▪The Secret Service remains in an elevated alert posture amid ongoing investigations and increased law enforcement presence in central Washington.
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By Gabe WhisnantBreaking News EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.An individual was shot by law enforcement Monday near the Washington Monument, the Secret Service said.Authorities said the person’s condition and the circumstances surrounding the shooting near 15th Street and Independence Avenue were not immediately known.DC police, on X: "MPD is on scene of this investigation at 15th Street and Independence Ave, SW. The scene is secure. Avoid the area as roads will be closed for several hours.
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