Gunman Killed After Shooting Near White House

On Saturday evening, a gunman opened fire near the White House, resulting in a shootout with U.S. Secret Service agents.

The confrontation occurred around 6:00 PM (2200 GMT) when the suspect, identified as Nasir Best, 21, from Maryland, pulled a weapon from a bag and began firing. The Secret Service agents returned fire, striking Best, who was subsequently transported to a hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

During the incident, a bystander was also struck by gunfire, but details regarding their condition were not provided. No Secret Service officers were injured.

Anthony Guglielmi, the chief of communications for the Secret Service, commended the swift and professional actions of law enforcement. The incident occurred while President Donald Trump was at the White House, negotiating a deal with Iran.

This event marks another instance of violence near the White House, with Trump expressing gratitude for the Secret Service's response and citing security concerns related to his ongoing campaign.