US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House

The US Secret Service is investigating reports of gunfire heard near the White House in Washington D.C. early Sunday morning. Officers responded to reports of gunfire around Lafayette Park, north of the White House, just after midnight local time and searched the area. While no suspect was located and no injuries were reported, the agency is searching for a possible vehicle and person of interest. President Trump was in Washington D.C. this weekend, and the Secret Service has implemented a heightened security posture, though operations at the White House remain normal. The investigation initially closed some roads in the area, but they have since reopened.

The Secret Service is investigating reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park, across from the White House, which occurred overnight on Sunday. A search of the park and surrounding area after midnight found no suspects, and no injuries were reported. Donald Trump was at the White House at the time, and the White House had no immediate comment. While White House operations continued as normal, security in the area was increased. The Secret Service is collaborating with District of Columbia police and US Park Police in the investigation.