Driver detained after truck crashes into barriers near White House
Driver of truck detained after crashing into security barriers near White House
The driver of a truck was detained by authorities on Monday night after crashing into security barriers at Lafayette Square, which is adjacent to the White House grounds. According to a spokesperson for the U.S. Secret Service, there were no injuries to any Secret Service or White House personnel, and the cause and manner of the crash are still under investigation.
As a result of the incident, some roads and pedestrian walkways were closed in the area while law enforcement officials worked to contain the situation. The nearby Hay Adams hotel was also evacuated.
Live footage from WUSA television showed uniformed law-enforcement officers approaching the box-type, U-Haul truck that had stopped alongside a row of steel bollards. A remote-controlled robot was then used to pry open the truck’s door, revealing a dolly but no other obvious cargo.
According to a witness report cited by WUSA, after crashing into the security barriers, the driver hit them a second time.
The Washington Fire Department received a call at 9:40 p.m. (0130 GMT) for what was described as a suspicious package investigation, according to a spokesperson. “All units are standing by to assist law enforcement for anything they need for their investigation,” said public information officer Vito Maggiolo.
FAQs:
Q: Was anyone injured in the incident?
A: No, there were no injuries to any Secret Service or White House personnel.
Q: What caused the crash?
A: The cause and manner of the crash are still under investigation.
Q: What happened after the truck crashed into the barriers?
A: After crashing into the barriers, the driver hit them a second time, according to a witness report cited by WUSA.
Q: Was there any suspicious package found?
A: It is unclear if a suspicious package was found. The Washington Fire Department received a call for a suspicious package investigation, but no further information has been released.
Truck Driver Apprehended Following Crash Into Barriers Close to White House
A truck driver has been detained after crashing into security barriers on Lafayette Square next to the White House grounds on Monday night, according to a spokesperson for the US Secret Service. No Secret Service or White House personnel were injured during the incident, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation. Some roads and pedestrian walkways have been closed, and the nearby Hay Adams hotel was evacuated. Video footage shows the truck, which was a U-Haul box-type, stopped alongside a row of steel bollards, with law-enforcement officers approaching the vehicle. A remote-controlled robot opened the truck’s door, revealing a dolly but no other cargo. After the initial crash, the driver hit the barriers a second time, according to a witness. A call was made to the Washington Fire Department at 9:40 p.m. for a suspicious package investigation, with all units standing by to assist law enforcement.