Secret service investigating reports of gunfire just steps from the White House
The US secret service is investigating reports of overnight gunfire near Lafayette Park across from the White House, though no injuries were reported and security has been increased as a precaution.
The US Secret Service said Sunday it was investigating reports of overnight gunfire near Lafayette Park, which is across the street from the White House, News.Az reports, citing Associated Press.
No injuries were reported and no suspect was found after a search of the park and the surrounding area after midnight, the agency said in an online post.
President Donald Trump was spending the weekend at the White House, which had no immediate comment on the incident. White House operations remained as normal but security in the area was increased, according to the Secret Service.
The park has been fenced off for weeks of renovations. The Secret Service said it was working with District of Columbia police and U.S. Park Police.
By Leyla Şirinova
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