Protective intelligence cases are on the rise, and our teams work tirelessly behind the scenes to investigate threats, identify those responsible, and ensure accountability. Statement from Director Curran on the events of this past weekend:
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- As DC prepares to welcome visitors for Freedom 250 events, we encourage everyone to plan ahead, allow extra time, & stay informed. For public safety info, traffic, road closures & community advisories, visit 250.dc.gov. & follow @DC_HSEMA @AlertDC @DCPoliceTraffic
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Over the past several weeks, Secret Service police officers, special agents, and support teams screened and secured materials needed to build the #UFC arena on the South Grounds of the White House. From the first wrench and hammer to the finished arena, they made it happen.
00:00 - U.S. Secret Service Office of Communications repostedMeet Tessa, one of our newest electronic detection K-9 graduates. These specially trained dogs by the Secret Service help find hidden digital devices that may contain critical evidence in child exploitation & other criminal cases.
- U.S. Secret Service Office of Communications repostedDirector Sean Curran commends the courage, vigilance, & decisive action of the Secret Service police who confronted yesterday's gunman. He notes that their response saved lives. Curran also expresses hope for the recovery of the innocent bystander wounded in yesterday's incident.
- Preliminary statement regarding the shooting incident on 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue.
- We are aware of reports of shots fired near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW and are working to corroborate the information with personnel on the ground. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
- There will be a media briefing at 15th and Jefferson shortly. The incident resulted from a confrontation between an armed individual and Secret Service Police.
- U.S. Secret Service personnel are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting at 15th Street and Independence Avenue in Washington, D.C. One individual was shot by law enforcement; their condition is currently unknown. Please avoid the area as emergency crews are responding.
- Statement from Deputy Director Matthew Quinn on the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
- Secret Service Director Sean M. Curran released a statement about tonight's incident.
- U.S. Secret Service Office of Communications repostedWe will provide updates as they become available and confirm information. Our teams are on the ground assessing the situation and investigating. All of our protectees are safe.
- U.S. Secret Service Office of Communications repostedWe are investigating overnight gunfire in the area of Lafayette Park in conjunction with @DCPoliceDept and @usparkpolicepio. Anyone with information is urged to call DC Police at 202-727-9099 or text 50411
