There has been a stir after firing near America’s White House. The shooting just after midnight on Sunday near Lafayette Park, just north of the White House, put security agencies on high alert. After the incident, the security of President Trump has also been increased, because Trump was present at his official residence when the firing incident took place. This incident of firing has also increased the concern of security agencies amid the increasing tension between America and Iran.
The United States Secret Service reported that shots were reported in the Lafayette Park area shortly after midnight. Officials immediately reached the spot and conducted a thorough search of the entire park and surrounding area. However, there is no news of anyone getting injured in the firing. No suspicious person was found during the search. At present, the person who carried out the incident has not been identified and the investigation is ongoing.
Panic due to firing near Lafayette Park
As soon as information was received about the firing incident near Lafayette Park, security arrangements were tightened around the White House. US Secret Service officials have increased security near the White House. Due to Easter weekend, President Donald Trump was present in the White House when the firing incident took place.
Increased security of White House
There is currently no reaction from the White House on this incident. According to the Secret Service, Lafayette Park is a 7-acre area adjacent to the White House. After receiving information about the incident, the authorities took immediate action and many roads leading to and from the surrounding area were closed by the police. The reason behind this firing or any suspect has not been made clear yet. The investigating agencies are investigating the matter in depth.
No injuries were reported and no suspects were identified as officers searched the park and surrounding areas after midnight, the security agency said. The Secret Service said it is investigating the case in collaboration with the District of Columbia Police and the US Park Police. The park has been fenced and closed for several weeks due to ongoing repair work.