Two National Guards have reportedly been shot very close to the White House, sparking a security lockdown at the president’s residence.
There are fears the shooter may still be on the loose, after three people were reportedly shot a short walk away from the White House in the centre of Washington, DC.
NTD journalist Maria Sotsu reportedly experienced her Uber windows being blown through in the gunfire. According to reports by police in DC, the shooting took place just blocks away from the White House.
Speaking to the BBC, Washington DC’s fire department and emergency medical services have confirmed there are three victims being transported to hospital.
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