Gunfire erupted near the White House in Washington while journalists were working
Kyiv • UNN
Up to 30 shots were fired near the White House while journalists were working. The Secret Service evacuated the press; information regarding casualties is currently unavailable.
A series of gunshots rang out near the White House in Washington during a video report by journalists of the presidential pool. This was reported by American media and eyewitnesses, according to UNN.
Details
Between 20 and 30 pops, sounding like gunfire, were heard near the residence of the U.S. President. The incident occurred right while members of the press were working near the White House.
After the first shots, U.S. Secret Service agents began urgently evacuating journalists and others to the press briefing room.
There is no official information on casualties yet
At this time, American law enforcement has not officially reported on the cause of the shooting or any potential casualties. The area around the White House is under increased security.
The circumstances of the incident are being clarified.