Man held for ramming Car at White House security gate

A man was taken into custody after crashing his car into a security gate outside the White House in Washington, according to local media reports.

The incident occurred around 10:37 p.m. on Tuesday (local time) at the intersection of 17th Street and E Street NW, near the southwest perimeter of the presidential complex. According to the US Secret Service, the driver rammed his car into the secured gate,



prompting an immediate response from security personnel.

Agents quickly arrested the suspect on the scene, deploying a heavy security presence in the area

Armed officers were seen securing the perimeter, while forensic teams examined the damaged vehicle. Authorities have not yet released details about the suspect’s identity, possible motive, or the circumstances leading to the crash..