Man Shot Dead by Secret Service Near White House; Civilian Injured

A man died after being shot by Secret Service agents at a security checkpoint near the White House on Saturday evening, May 23, 2026. The incident, which occurred around 6 p.m. local time at the intersection of 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., also resulted in injuries to a civilian.

According to a statement from the Secret Service, the individual approached the checkpoint, produced a weapon from a bag, and began firing at officers. Agents returned fire, striking the suspect, who was transported to a hospital and later pronounced dead. Initial investigations suggest the man concealed the firearm in his bag before the shooting. The condition of the injured civilian and whether they were hit by the suspect's gunfire or during the exchange of shots remains unclear.

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Tonight is a reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face every day.

President Donald Trump was inside the White House during the incident and was not harmed. The White House complex was immediately placed on lockdown following the shooting. No Secret Service personnel sustained injuries. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin commented on the event, stating, “Tonight is a reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face every day.” House Majority Leader Steve Scalise also reacted, writing on X, “We live in dangerous times.”

Journalist Kimberly Halkett reported hearing over 30 gunshots from the North Lawn area of the White House, prompting journalists to take shelter and police to cordon off the vicinity. Halkett noted that the individual had previously been told to leave the area but proceeded toward the White House before opening fire. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is collaborating with the Secret Service on the investigation. The identity and motive of the shooter have not yet been released as the investigation continues.

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We live in dangerous times.