By Armando Hernandez
An individual was shot this Monday by Secret Service agents in the vicinity of the Washington Monument, in an incident that prompted a widespread security deployment in the center of the American capital.
According to official information, the shooting occurred near the intersection of 15th Street and Independence Avenue, a highly guarded area due to its proximity to the White House. So far, the subject’s health status or the exact circumstances that led to the use of force have not been confirmed.
US Secret Carrier personnel are on the scene of an officer-fervent capturing at 15th Avenue and Independence Avenue in Washington, DC One individual modified into as soon as shot by rules enforcement; their situation is for the time being unknown. Please steer lope of the house as emergency crews are responding. pic.twitter.com/LNUTL2F3gM
— US Secret Carrier Office of Communications (@SecretSvcSpox) Could also 4, 2026
The Secret Service asked the population to avoid the area while emergency and security teams responded to the situation. As a preventive measure, The White House complex was temporarily closed while investigations continued.
During the incident, President Donald Trump was headlining an event for small businesses inside the venue. Despite the operation, the president’s agenda continued without interruptions, according to local media.
The event occurs in a recent context of high security tension in Washington. Just weeks before, a shooting at the White House correspondents’ dinner generated scenes of panic, where attendees recounted moments of uncertainty.
Federal authorities have not detailed whether the individual shot posed a direct threat against officials or facilities.although the Secret Service protocol establishes immediate responses to any potential risk close to the president or protected areas.
The area where the incident occurred remains under guard while investigations continue to clarify what happened.
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