Shooting Near White House Triggers Security Lockdown, Suspect Shot by Officers

Washington: There was chaos in the US capital Washington DC on Monday when the sounds of firing were heard very close to the White House. Within no time, lockdown was imposed in the entire area and security personnel swung into action. The people who were present there did not even understand what happened suddenly.

Where did the incident happen and what was the whole matter?

According to the US Secret Service, this incident happened near 15th Street and Independence Avenue. A suspicious person was seen there whom the security personnel tried to stop. The conversation escalated, tension increased and then firing took place. One person was shot in this entire incident. People present nearby started running here and there in fear and within a few minutes the entire area was covered with police and security agencies.

What is the condition of the injured person?

After being shot, the injured person was removed from the spot but the officials have not yet disclosed anything about his condition. Neither the name of the hospital, nor whether the condition is serious or fine – nothing is clear. It was simply said that the investigation is ongoing. In such a situation, the people who were in that area and who saw all this with their own eyes are still in shock. No one knows yet when the whole truth will be revealed.

What was the condition of the area at that time?

As news of the shooting spread, the Metropolitan Police appealed to people not to go near the area. Many roads were closed and general movement was stopped. The people who were trapped there were taken out safely. The atmosphere was quite tense and heavy police force remained deployed for hours.

How much was the White House in danger?

As soon as the news of the firing reached the ears, the doors of the White House complex were closed. The people inside were immediately sent to safe places. But after some time, officials said that there was no threat to any important person present in the premises. This lockdown was not imposed because of any major attack but only so that no mistake is made before the situation becomes completely clear.

Were agencies already on alert?

This incident happened at a time when security in Washington was already tight. Last month too, there was firing during an event related to the White House, after which the security agencies were already on alert. Despite this, this incident happened which has once again raised questions on the security arrangements of the capital.

At present the matter is under investigation and officials say that the situation is completely under control.