At the Washington Hilton Hotel, during a White House correspondents' dinner, an unknown gunman opened fire and tried to break through security to Donald Trump. The President, members of the government and guests were evacuated, and the attacker was detained.
Attempt on Trump's life during a correspondents' dinner
In Washington at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner. At the hotel Washington Hilton more than 2600 guests, including the President of the Donald Trump, President, First Lady, Vice President and Cabinet members.
The attacker tried to break through the security checkpoint and opened fire. Pros. data NYP, The shooter was a school teacher from California.
Law enforcement actions and consequences
The Secret Service responded promptly to the threat. One of the officers was wounded at close range, but his bulletproof vest saved his life.
Initially, the media reported that the attacker had been eliminated, but later Trump said he had been detained. All senior officials remain safe.
Identity of the attacker
The attacker was a 31-year-old Cole Allen, a schoolteacher from California. He had collected several weapons in a low-security area near the terrace-level entrance.
Allen's neighbour told reporters that he probably had an autism spectrum disorder. The motives for the attack have not yet been disclosed.
President's reaction and evacuation
President Trump initially stated on social media that «the show must go on», but later left the hotel on the recommendation of law enforcement.
The First Lady, Vice President and members of the Cabinet of Ministers were also evacuated. According to official information, all participants of the event are safe.
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