As a result of the shooting, two soldiers were hospitalized. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth reported that their condition is assessed as critical.
US President Donald Trump expressed his reaction to the incident, stating that the shooter also sustained serious injuries from return fire. He added that the perpetrator "pays a very high price" for his actions.
The police confirmed that the suspect was apprehended.
White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt stated that the administration is aware of this tragedy and is actively monitoring the situation's development.
Nearby the scene of the incident were National Guard troops who have been carrying out tasks in Washington for several months as part of an anti-crime operation declared by President Trump. In August, he ordered the deployment of troops to the capital, claiming that the city suffers from "violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals," with the goal of making Washington "safer and more beautiful."
