Armed Confrontation Near White House: What You Need to Know!

Washington, D.C., May 5 (ANI) – The U.S. Secret Service announced on Monday that they shot an armed person during a confrontation near the White House, urging the public to steer clear of the area while emergency services responded. In a communication posted on X, the agency confirmed, 'US Secret Service personnel are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting at 15th Street and Independence Avenue in Washington, D.C. One individual has been shot by law enforcement, and their condition remains unknown. Please avoid the area as emergency crews are on site.' Reports from Fox News indicate that the incident occurred shortly after Secret Service officers confronted an armed suspect who had pulled a firearm. According to a federal source, the officers engaged the suspect after observing suspicious behavior. At a press briefing, Deputy Director Matt Quinn informed that a juvenile bystander suffered injuries during the altercation but confirmed that they are not life-threatening and are receiving medical treatment. Quinn detailed that officers had noticed a firearm print and, upon attempting to make contact, the suspect fled momentarily, drew a weapon, and fired towards the agents, who then returned fire. He also mentioned that Vice President JD Vance's motorcade had passed through the area shortly before the shooting but emphasized that there was no connection between the two events. When asked if the suspect targeted former President Donald Trump, Quinn refrained from speculation