Washington, D.C
Van drove through barricade outside White House; driver apprehended: officials
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A Secret Service investigation is underway near the White House after officials say a van drove through a barricade early Wednesday morning.
What we know:
The Metropolitan police and Secret Service responded to the vicinity of the White House around 6:30 a.m. after a van drove through a barricade at Connecticut Avenue and H Street.
The driver of the van was apprehended and is being questioned, according to police. No injuries have been reported.
As a result of the investigation, multiple streets in the immediate area have been closed to traffic, including 15th Street and E Street Northwest and H Street Northwest between 15th and 17th Streets.
What you can do:
Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. Commuters traveling through downtown Washington should expect delays.
What we don’t know:
Officials have yet to release further details. This is a developing story. Check back for updates,
The Source: Information from this article was provided by the Metropolitan police.