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White House shooting: Five shot near presidential complex
Five people shot within walking distance of White House as gunman barricades self.
In brief
Five people shot within walking distance of White House as gunman barricades self. A gunman entered a Washington D.C. fitness center, opened fire, and shot five people near the White House before barricading himself. Originally reported by LADbible.
White House shooting
Five people shot within walking distance of White House as gunman barricades self.
“Five people have reportedly been shot after a gunman opened fire 'within walking distance' of the White House.”
Gunman enters fitness center
Gunman entered VIDA fitness center and opened fire before barricading self.
“According to a report from NBC News, police have been alerted to an active shooter in the Logan Circle area of Washington D.C., after a gunman entered the VIDA fitness centre and opened fire.”
Schools placed on lockdown
Nearby schools placed on lockdown as police respond.
“Shots were then fired outside as the gym was evacuated, with reports claiming the shooter has now barricaded themself inside. Nearby schools have also been placed on lockdown.”
The takeaway
A gunman entered a Washington D.C. fitness center, opened fire, and shot five people near the White House before barricading himself.
