Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:40am on 24 May 2026,Sunday International
A tense security scare unfolded outside the White House after an armed suspect allegedly removed a gun from a bag and opened fire at Secret Service officers near a security checkpoint. Officers immediately returned fire, critically injuring the suspect, who later died at a hospital. A bystander was also wounded during the exchange, though authorities have not confirmed whose bullets caused the injury. President Donald Trump was reportedly inside the White House during the incident but remained unharmed. Journalists nearby were rushed into the press briefing room as gunshots rang out. The FBI and Secret Service have launched a full investigation into the shooting. (PC: AFP)
