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Shooting Near White House: What We Know as Secret Service Responds

Trump. Secret Service agents gather near the North Lawn of the White House, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Trump. Secret Service agents gather near the North Lawn of the White House, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) AP

An individual was shot by law enforcement Monday near the Washington Monument, the Secret Service said.

Authorities said the person's condition and the circumstances surrounding the shooting near 15th Street and Independence Avenue were not immediately known.

DC police, on X: “MPD is on scene of this investigation at 15th Street and Independence Ave, SW. The scene is secure. Avoid the area as roads will be closed for several hours. Additional updates to come as information is confirmed.”

 A Secret Service agent walks near the White House, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
A Secret Service agent walks near the White House, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Julia Demaree Nikhinson AP

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This story was originally published May 4, 2026 at 1:42 PM.

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