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NewsReutersMay 4, 2026United States

Secret Service Shoots Armed Individual Near White House

A man was shot by Secret Service agents near the White House on Monday afternoon after allegedly firing a weapon toward officers. A minor bystander was also injured during the incident, and the investigation is currently being handled by the Metropolitan Police Department.

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Why It Matters

This incident resulted in a security evacuation of the White House North Lawn and an ongoing investigation into a potential threat near federal officials.

Key Facts

  • A man was shot by Secret Service agents near 15th Street and Independence Avenue on Monday.
  • The suspect allegedly brandished and fired a firearm toward Secret Service agents after being confronted.
  • A minor bystander was struck by gunfire and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • The suspect was taken to a hospital; his condition is currently unknown.
  • No Secret Service agents were injured during the exchange.
  • The White House North Lawn was evacuated for less than 10 minutes during the incident.
  • President Trump was in the East Room for a small-business summit during the shooting; the event was not interrupted.
  • Vice President JD Vance's motorcade passed the area shortly before the shooting, but officials stated there was no indication the suspect targeted the motorcade.
  • The Metropolitan Police Department is leading the investigation into the shooting.
  • Officers recovered a weapon from the scene.

Who's Mentioned

organizationSecret Service“Federal agency responsible for the shooting and security of the area.”personCole Allen“Individual charged with attempting to assassinate the president on April 25.”personMatthew Quinn“Secret Service Deputy Director who provided the official briefing.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States; present in the White House during the incident.”personJD Vance“Vice President whose motorcade was in the vicinity.”dollar_amount31“Age of Cole Allen.”organizationMetropolitan Police Department“Washington D.C. police department conducting the investigation.”