Driver arrested for crashing into White House gate
OAN’s Abril Elfi
1:39 PM – Tuesday, January 9, 2024
A driver has been taken into custody after crashing a vehicle into an exterior gate of the White House.
The driver’s name and identity has not yet been reported.
Secret Service spokesman Anthony Gugliermi stated that the driver was detained on Monday after their car collided with the gate shortly before 6 p.m. local time.
“Shortly before 6 p.m., a vehicle collided with an exterior gate on the White House complex,” Guglielmi wrote. “The driver has been taken into custody & we are investigating the cause & manner of the collision.”
Guglielmi issued a warning regarding potential traffic implications on the eastern side of the White House complex, close to the Treasury Building, at the intersection of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
In an updated post, the spokesman announced that the vehicle had been cleared from the scene and that traffic closures had been lifted.
Images taken of the incident appear to show a silver Cadillac Escalade with Virginia license plates.
It was not immediately made clear if charges would be brought against the driver, and authorities have not yet disclosed any identifying information about them.
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Has any information been released regarding the identity and motive of the driver who crashed their vehicle into the White House gate?
Title: Vehicle Crashes into White House Gate: Driver in Custody
Introduction:
On January 8, 2024, a concerning incident occurred outside the White House in Washington, D.C. A driver crashed their vehicle into an exterior gate of the iconic complex. This article aims to provide an overview of the incident and its aftermath.
Incident Overview:
The driver, whose identity remains undisclosed, was immediately taken into custody following the collision. The United States Secret Service, responsible for the protection of the White House and its grounds, initiated an investigation into the incident. The motive behind the driver’s actions is still under investigation.
Official Statements:
Anthony Guglielmi, a spokesperson for the Secret Service, confirmed the incident, stating that the collision occurred shortly before 6 p.m. local time. In a statement, he emphasized the importance of determining the cause and manner of the collision.
Traffic Implications:
Due to the incident, the Secret Service issued a warning regarding potential traffic implications in the area surrounding the White House complex. Particularly, they highlighted the intersection of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW as an area that could experience disruptions. However, an updated statement from Guglielmi announced that the vehicle had been cleared, and traffic closures were lifted.
Vehicle Description:
Images captured at the scene suggest that the vehicle involved was a silver Cadillac Escalade with Virginia license plates. However, no specific details about the driver or possible charges have been released by authorities at this time.
Conclusion:
The incident involving a vehicle crashing into the White House gate has raised security concerns and prompted an ongoing investigation by the Secret Service. While the motive behind the driver’s actions remains unknown, it is comforting to know that law enforcement agencies were swift in taking the driver into custody and cleared the scene promptly. As the investigation progresses, additional information may be disclosed to the public.
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