Two National Guard members shot near White House, suspect in custody: police
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot Wednesday in Washington, D.C., close to the Farragut Metro Station and within walking distance of the White House, authorities have confirmed.
Two sources also confirmed to Fox News that the two National Guard members were shot about a mile from the White House.
D.C. Metro Police said one suspect is in custody.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey initially confirmed that the two members of the West Virginia National Guard had died, but later retracted his statement.
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"These brave West Virginians lost their lives in the service of their country," Morrisey first wrote in an X post.
"We are in ongoing contact with federal officials as the investigation continues. Our entire state grieves with their families, their loved ones, and the Guard community," he continued.
"West Virginia will never forget their service or their sacrifice, and we will demand full accountability for this horrific act," he added.
The governor retracted his comments on X and cited "conflicting reports."
"We are now receiving conflicting reports about the condition of our two Guard members and will provide additional updates once we receive more complete information. Our prayers are with these brave service members, their families, and the entire Guard community about the condition of our two Guard members and will provide additional updates once we receive more complete information," he said.
"Our prayers are with these brave service members, their families, and the entire Guard community."
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The White House has also been placed on lockdown following the shooting while President Donald Trump is not on site.
Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel have both been briefed and are receiving continuous updates, according to reports.
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The FBI remains on the scene, though investigators have not released any information regarding the suspect or motive.
According to Reuters, as of Wednesday morning, approximately 2,200 National Guard troops were deployed in Washington, D.C.
This included personnel from the District of Columbia as well as units from Louisiana, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, West Virginia, Georgia, and Alabama.
Trump shared a post on Truth Social in the wake of the shooting and expressed solidarity with the victims, as well as dismay at the incident that unfolded earlier near the White House.
"The animal that shot the two National Guardsmen, with both being critically wounded, and now in two separate hospitals, is also severely wounded, but regardless, will pay a very steep price," Trump said.
"God bless our Great National Guard, and all of our Military and Law Enforcement. These are truly Great People. I, as President of the United States, and everyone associated with the Office of the Presidency, am with you!"
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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