Person shot by law enforcement near Washington monument, Secret Service says
An individual was shot by law enforcement near the Washington Monument on May 4, 2026, after reportedly fleeing, drawing a firearm, and opening fire, according to the Secret Service. The person was transported to a hospital, and a juvenile bystander was also injured but not critically. The incident occurred near the White House, prompting a brief lockdown during a small business event hosted by Donald Trump.
- ▪The shooting occurred shortly after JD Vance’s motorcade passed through the area.
- ▪Plainclothes officers first identified the suspect, who was believed to be carrying a firearm.
- ▪The suspect fled on foot, drew his gun, and fired before agents returned fire.
- ▪A juvenile bystander was shot but did not sustain life-threatening injuries.
- ▪The White House was briefly locked down during the incident.
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Authorities respond to a shooting incident near the White House and the Washington monument on 4 May 2026. Photograph: Matt Kaminsky/ZUMA Press Wire/ShutterstockView image in fullscreenAuthorities respond to a shooting incident near the White House and the Washington monument on 4 May 2026. Photograph: Matt Kaminsky/ZUMA Press Wire/ShutterstockWashington DCPerson shot by law enforcement near Washington monument, Secret Service saysThe person’s condition and the circumstances surrounding the shooting were not immediately knownDara Kerr and agenciesMon 4 May 2026 18.29 EDTFirst published on Mon 4 May 2026 16.48 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAn individual was shot by law enforcement officers on Monday near the Washington monument, the Secret Service said.
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