Gunman shot dead by Secret Service near White House
A gunman was killed by US Secret Service agents after opening fire near the White House. President Donald Trump was inside the White House but was not harmed during the incident. A bystander was also struck by gunfire, while no Secret Service officers were injured. The assailant was identified as Nasire Best, who reportedly had a history of mental health concerns.
What we know
- A man opened fire near the White House security perimeter and was killed by Secret Service agents in a shootout.
- President Donald Trump was inside the White House at the time but was not affected.
- A bystander was struck by gunfire during the incident; their condition was not disclosed.
- The suspect, identified as Nasire Best, 21, from Maryland, had previous interactions with the Secret Service and mental health issues.
- The area was quickly secured by police, National Guard, and security forces, with journalists and bystanders ordered to take shelter.
