National Guard troops were shot near the White House after they approached a suspiciously parked vehicle on 15th Street NW on Tuesday morning. The troops were part of a routine security patrol in the area when they moved in to inspect the car.
The shooting took place shortly after 8:00 AM near the entrance to a restricted security perimeter. Several rounds struck the troops before they could reach the vehicle. At least two Guard members were hit. Both were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Police officers and federal security teams responded within minutes. They closed 15th Street NW between Pennsylvania Avenue and E Street. Crews swept nearby sidewalks, checked nearby buildings, and searched the area for the shooter. The parked vehicle was secured and inspected. Officials have not released the cause of the shooting or identified the gunman. The investigation is still underway.