The driver reportedly fought with Secret Service and National Guard members as another individual jumped a White House barricade.
The U.S. Secret Service placed the White House under a 30-minute security lockdown Monday morning after a man drove his vehicle into a sign at the north end of Lafayette Square. At the same time, another individual jumped over a White House barricade at another location.
“The driver was combative with law enforcement but was quickly placed under arrest,” the Secret Service stated. “Around the same time, a second individual jumped a barricade near the northwest corner of Lafayette Park. That individual was also quickly placed under arrest.“
The driver was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and assault of a police officer. The other person was charged with unlawful entry.
Journalists in the White House posted pictures from the briefing room and shared photos of the wrecked car. President Trump was present in the White House at the time of the events. Federal authorities are conducting an investigation.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Director Curran and members of the Secret Service as they protect the president and the White House.
- For members of the National Guard as they support law enforcement in Washington, D.C.
- For God’s protection over President Trump wherever he goes.
Sources: NBC 4, MSN, Townhall, Reuters
