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US: Suspect dies after gunfire near White House
Key takeaways
- There was a massive emergency police response after gunshots were heard near the White House, where President Donald Trump was working on a deal with Iran.
- The alleged gunman shot at officers stationed outside the White House and died during the incident, the Secret Service said on social media.
- "Secret Service police officers returned fire, striking the suspect, who was transported to an area hospital, where he later died," a statement said, adding that no officers were injured.
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There was a massive emergency police response after gunshots were heard near the White House, where President Donald Trump was working on a deal with Iran. The suspect has been shot and killed by law enforcement.
https://p.dw.com/p/5EF9d The shooting occurred just outside the White House complex Image: Alex Brandon/AP Photo/picture alliance Advertisement The White House was placed on lockdown after a suspect opened fire nearby on Saturday evening.
The alleged gunman shot at officers stationed outside the White House and died during the incident, the Secret Service said on social media.
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