The U.S. Capitol was locked down on Friday after numerous reports of gunshots ringing out in the area surfaced and the alleged shooting of multiple officers aired.
According to U.S. Capitol Police, all Capitol buildings have been locked down “due to an external security threat.” Staff members were informed that they were not to go into or exit the buildings.
Those already inside the Capitol are being allowed to move throughout the buildings but they have been instructed to stay away from exterior windows and doors. Those that are outside have been told to take cover immediately.
An anonymous source told the AP that police responded to a possible shooting near the Capitol complex. Details are still vague and it is not clear how many have been shot or injured. Two stretchers were seen with individuals on them.
Reports of a car smashing into the Capitol perimeter injuring two officers were also widely circulated.
(Video Credit: Fox News)
BREAKING: Sources tell The Post that officers were just rammed into a barricade outside the Capitol. Suspect has been shot. Two officers appear in critical condition.
— Aaron C. Davis (@byaaroncdavis) April 2, 2021
*Update: It was later reported by NBC’s Frank Thorp that the suspect died.
BREAKING: Pete Williams reports the suspect shot by Capitol Police is dead.
— Frank Thorp V (@frankthorp) April 2, 2021
According to Punchbowl News founder Jake Sherman, one of the officers involved has passed away:
One Capitol Police officer has died.
— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) April 2, 2021
A police helicopter landed on the east front of the Capitol during the emergency. The National Guard was reportedly ordered to report to the unit’s armory if they were not already at the Capitol complex.
🇺🇸 — DEVELOPING: Capitol staff just got a text message saying no exit or entry is permitted. Initial reports say two capital police officers were shot. Helicopter landed on scene — Details to follow.
— Belaaz (@TheBelaaz) April 2, 2021
NBC News is reporting that a suspect exited a vehicle and was brandishing a knife. He was shot by police.
D.C. Fire responded amid the chaos. A suspect was reportedly taken into custody and brought to the hospital as were the injured officers.
Recently, security fencing surrounding the Capitol has been reduced.
“Please keep the Capitol Police and first responders in your prayers as we try to understand the situation unfolding at the Capitol right now,” Rep. Peter Meijer (R-MI) tweeted in response to the incident.
(Video Credit: Schengen Story News)
UPDATE – One suspect (now in custody) and two officers injured after the incident at the US Capitol. All three have been transported to the hospital.
— Disclose.tv 🚨 (@disclosetv) April 2, 2021
JUST IN – Car smashed into the barrier at US Capitol complex. Two people are on stretchers. pic.twitter.com/OAkmvdrjj8
— Disclose.tv 🚨 (@disclosetv) April 2, 2021
Capitol locked down. Car crashed into barrier on Senate side off of Constitution Avenue. This is where they shrunk the perimeter a few weeks ago
— Chad Pergram (@ChadPergram) April 2, 2021
CRITICAL INCIDENT: USCP is responding to the North Barricade vehicle access point along Independence Avenue for reports someone rammed a vehicle into two USCP officers. A suspect is in custody. Both officers are injured. All three have been transported to the hospital. pic.twitter.com/4TXIdulJc6
— U.S. Capitol Police (@CapitolPolice) April 2, 2021
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