An individual drove his vehicle into the barricades of the White House estate, prompting a lockdown of the area for police investigation. The incident occurred around 10:30pm on Tuesday night. The vehicle was seen stationary near Donald Trump’s residency. The police have arrested the driver, and the vehicle is currently under assessment. No further details about the suspect have been disclosed yet.
The crash occurred amidst a $250 million renovation initiated by Donald Trump at the White House. Construction crews have begun demolishing the East Wing to make space for a massive ballroom that will accommodate nearly 1000 people, surpassing the size of the White House itself.
President Trump was present at the White House during the incident, although the presidential complex was not placed on lockdown. The road leading to the gate remained closed until the vehicle was removed. Last year, a fatal collision occurred when a driver crashed into the White House perimeter gate, resulting in the driver’s death.
The recent security breach near the White House led to a lockdown in the surrounding area, impacting traffic and access. However, authorities promptly took the driver into custody at the scene. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the incident. The breach occurred near the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, resulting in the lockdown of several government buildings in the vicinity.
The US Secret Service confirmed that a man was arrested after crashing his car into a security barrier at a White House entrance. The incident took place at 10:37pm on Tuesday, with the man immediately apprehended by Secret Service officers. The vehicle was inspected and deemed safe. The driver’s identity and motive have not been disclosed yet.
The Secret Service issued a statement regarding the incident and shared it on social media platforms. Local residents have advised others to remain vigilant and safe in the area. Secret Service members were observed patrolling near the White House, some armed with guns, following the breach.
The police have confirmed that an individual drove into the Secret Service vehicle gate near the White House and was subsequently arrested. Investigations into the collision are ongoing as officials work to determine the cause of the breach.