Secret Service Shoots Armed Man Near White House in Clash
Secret Service Stops Armed Man in Tense White House Encounter
A dramatic confrontation unfolded near the White House just after midnight on March 9, 2025. The U.S. Secret Service shot an armed man about a block away, near 17th and F Streets NW, after he brandished a firearm. No agents were injured in the incident, which sparked a swift response. The suspect, now hospitalized with an unknown condition, faces scrutiny as authorities dig into his intentions.
Midnight Showdown Shakes D.C.
The clash began when the man approached a Secret Service checkpoint on Saturday afternoon. Officers ordered him to drop his weapon, but he pointed it at them instead. An agent fired, striking him in the lower body, per NBC reports. Posts on X buzzed with early accounts, noting the shots fired around 12:05 AM PDT. The suspect was detained on-site and rushed to a hospital.
Quick Action Keeps White House Secure
Secret Service personnel acted decisively to neutralize the threat. The agency confirmed no injuries among its ranks, a relief amid the chaos. The incident, unfolding steps from the White House, underscores the constant vigilance required in D.C. Posts on X praised the officers’ response, with one user calling it “a close call averted.”
Questions Swirl Around Suspect’s Motive
Investigators now probe how the man accessed the restricted zone and what drove him. Early reports suggest he may have been a “suicidal individual” from Indiana, per local police tips to the Secret Service. His refusal to comply escalated a routine stop into gunfire. Authorities vow a thorough investigation as the suspect’s status remains unclear.
D.C. on Edge After Latest Scare
This shooting echoes past White House security breaches, like the 2020 torso-shot suspect. President Trump was at Mar-a-Lago during the incident, leaving the capital tense but unscathed. Posts on X reflect a mix of shock and gratitude for the Secret Service. The event fuels ongoing debates about protecting America’s nerve center.
A man was shot by Secret Service near the White House early this morning and is currently in the hospital. The man had traveled to Washington with “suicidal thoughts” according to police and was confronted by USSS in the 1700 block of G Street NW. Crime scene cleared the area… pic.twitter.com/7afmgaojBW
— Andrew Leyden (@PenguinSix) March 9, 2025
