Person who fired gun near White House in Washington neutralized
The capital of the United States of America, Washington, D.C., witnessed another dangerous and alarming incident, as reported by Zamin.uz.
On Sunday evening, local time, an unidentified individual opened fire on Secret Service agents near the White House residence. The suspect was neutralized at the scene following swift and decisive actions by U.S. Secret Service agents.
Unfortunately, during the exchange of fire, one civilian bystander sustained serious injuries. According to sources in local law enforcement cited by regional media, the individual who opened fire has been identified as 21-year-old Nosir Best, who attempted to unlawfully enter the White House grounds.
The fact that this armed confrontation occurred in close proximity to an official event attended by President Donald Trump underscores the gravity of the situation. This incident, occurring just one month after another attempted attack, highlights the urgent need to further strengthen security measures across the country.
Major international news outlets were among the first to report hearing dozens of gunshots near the presidential residence. Journalists at the scene shared videos and images of the gunfire on social media, showing people rushing to safety in panic.
Footage captured reporters preparing broadcasts in front of the White House as gunshots rang out, with civilians seeking shelter in shock. According to journalists, security officials urgently directed all media personnel to a briefing room and fully secured the building.
An official from the Secret Service stated that the incident occurred on Saturday evening in the roadway outside the White House complex. The suspect approached a security checkpoint, pulled a rifle from his bag, and began firing indiscriminately.
In response, agents returned fire, seriously wounding the attacker, who later died in hospital. The civilian injured by stray gunfire is reportedly in critical condition, according to medical personnel.
Large-scale investigative operations have been launched in connection with the incident.
