Driver Dies in Vehicle Crash at White House Perimeter Gate
On a late Saturday night, a tragic incident occurred at the White House complex in Washington, D.C. where a driver lost his life after crashing into an outer perimeter gate. The incident, initially treated as a traffic crash, unfolded while President Joe Biden was away in Delaware for the weekend. The Secret Service promptly confirmed that there was no immediate threat to the White House.
Details of the Incident
The male driver, whose identity remains undisclosed at this time, was discovered deceased inside the vehicle following the crash that took place just before 10:30 p.m. as per a statement from the Secret Service. The Metropolitan Police Department reported that the vehicle collided with a security barrier at the intersection of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW. Authorities were alerted to the scene at 10:46 p.m., where an adult male was tragically pronounced dead as a result of the crash into the security barrier surrounding the complex.
Security Measures and Ongoing Investigation
Following the incident, the Secret Service swiftly implemented security protocols to ensure the safety of the White House premises. Both the Secret Service and local law enforcement are actively engaged in the investigation to determine the circumstances leading to the crash. As of now, there is no perceived threat to the White House, and efforts to uncover the details of the incident are ongoing.