Secret Service Shot Armed Suspect Near White House; Juvenile Injured
An armed suspect opened fire near the Washington Monument, prompting Secret Service officers to return fire. During the exchange, a juvenile bystander was injured. The suspect was also wounded in the incident. Initial reports indicated the confrontation occurred near the intersection of 15th Street and Independence Avenue in Washington.
Later updates confirmed the location as near the White House. The juvenile bystander sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The incident involved multiple shots exchanged between the suspect and Secret Service agents, resulting in injuries to both the suspect and the child. Authorities responded promptly to secure the area and provide medical attention to those injured.
Actors
United States Secret Service
Matt Quinn
suspect (unnamed)
juvenile bystander
Locations
Intersection of 15th Street and Independence Avenue, near Washington Monument
