Federal authorities launched an investigation Saturday after receiving reports of gunfire in the nation’s capital near the White House.
The Secret Service announced Saturday that agents were aware of reports indicating shots had been fired in Washington, D.C., specifically at the intersection of 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, located close to the White House. Officials stated they were actively working to verify these reports through coordination with officers stationed in the area.
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that FBI agents were present at the location, providing assistance to Secret Service personnel.
