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Van Crashes Into White House Perimeter Barrier as Driver Is Taken Into Custody

Officials cite a heightened security posture in Washington tied to the USIsrael conflict with Iran.

Overview

  • The collision occurred around 6:30 a.m. local time at a gate along Lafayette Park in front of the White House.
  • The United States Secret Service detained the driver and said the individual is being interviewed.
  • Agents and D.C. police launched a joint investigation and are examining what they called a suspicious vehicle.
  • Officers secured the area and closed multiple downtown streets to facilitate the inspection.
  • Local outlets reported no injuries among people in the vicinity during the morning commute.