Multiple National Guard soldiers have reportedly been shot near the White House, sparking a security lockdown at the president’s residence.
Early reports suggest the shooter may still be on the loose after three people were shot down the street from the White House in the center of DC.
An image has emerged online showing a national guard troop laying injured on the pavement as blood pours from his head while Secret Service agents give him medical attention.
Armed National Guard troops have been deployed to the nation’s capital since early August as part of Donald Trump’s crime crackdown.
Roughly 2,000 National Guard troops from DC and at least eight states have been deployed.
Secret Service officers and ambulances were seen responding to the scene.
‘The White House is aware and actively monitoring this tragic situation. The President has been briefed,’ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told the Daily Mail.
The Daily Mail has reached out to the Secret Service for comment.
National Guard troops were shot near the White House on Wednesday afternoon
