Police Arrest Armed Man With AR-15 Near Capitol
OAN’s James Meyers
11:57 AM – Tuesday, November 7, 2023
A man found parked near the United States Capitol, who had an AR-15 rifle in his possession, has been arrested.
“USCP Officers just arrested a man with a gun in the park across from Union Station,” U.S. Capitol Police wrote on X just before 1 p.m. local time. “At this time we have no reason to believe there is an ongoing threat. We are working to gather more information and will put out more details when they are confirmed.”
Police confirmed that the suspect was stopped on the Senate side of the Capitol and was put in custody after receiving an emergency call.
According to videos from the scene, the suspect was a Black man wearing a bright orange sweat suit.
He was arrested and loaded into an ambulance after police tased the suspect following a standoff with an officer.
Additionally, Capitol Police said they were also responding to calls of a “suspicious package” in the park area near the building.
With the suspect in custody, authorities have said the investigation is still ongoing, but the area of the park has since been secured.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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What measures will be implemented to address the underlying issues that lead to incidents like this and prevent similar occurrences in the future
Man Arrested with AR-15 Near U.S. Capitol
In a shocking incident, a man was arrested near the United States Capitol for possessing an AR-15 rifle, a powerful military-style weapon. The arrest took place on November 7, 2023, outside the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. This alarming incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding the security and safety of the U.S. Capitol and its surroundings.
The U.S. Capitol Police responded to a suspicious package alert near the building when they encountered the individual in possession of the firearm. Although the arrest was made swiftly, the authorities have stated that there seems to be no ongoing threat at this time. However, they are diligently working to gather more information and will release additional details once they are confirmed.
Videos from the scene captured the suspect, described as a Black man wearing a bright orange sweat suit, being apprehended and loaded into an ambulance after a standoff with an officer. The suspect was tased by the police before being taken into custody. The use of force in this situation raises questions about the appropriate measures taken by law enforcement to ensure public safety.
Furthermore, the Capitol Police were also responding to reports of a suspicious package in the park area near the building. The investigation into both incidents is still ongoing, but the immediate area has been secured by authorities.
It is crucial to address the underlying issues that lead to such incidents and ensure that adequate measures are in place to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The safety of the U.S. Capitol, as well as its surrounding areas, must be a top priority for law enforcement agencies.
As this is a developing story, it is advised to stay updated on the latest information regarding this incident. The U.S. Capitol Police will continue to provide updates as the investigation progresses.
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