A security incident occurring close to the White House resulted in an arrest on Tuesday, coinciding with the visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Washington, D.C, Fox News reported. This event took place under increased security measures following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner days earlier.
A spokesperson for the U.S. Secret Service informed Fox News Digital that a person was apprehended and taken into custody by the agency after successfully evading a security checkpoint near The Ellipse, commonly known as President's Park South.
The spokesperson said that criminal charges are forthcoming, as per Fox News.
The identity and motives of the suspect have not yet been disclosed.
It remains uncertain whether any weapons were present during the breach.
Here's what Secret Service has to say
The Secret Service is on high alert during the state visit of the British Royals. Earlier today, the law enforcement agency utilized its official Instagram account to outline its role in the US-UK meeting.
{{/usCountry}}The Secret Service is on high alert during the state visit of the British Royals. Earlier today, the law enforcement agency utilized its official Instagram account to outline its role in the US-UK meeting.
{{/usCountry}}Sharing images showcasing their security measures, the Secret Service stated online, “State visits don’t stay safe by accident. The Secret Service was on-site every moment of King Charles III’s arrival ceremony at the White House today, securing the facilities and keeping everyone safe.”
King Charles and Queen Camilla land in US after WHCD shooting
On Monday, King Charles and Queen Camilla made their arrival in the nation's capital, just under 48 hours following an armed assailant's gunfire at the Washington Hilton Hotel, which occurred during the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, President Donald Trump was swiftly escorted from the venue by Secret Service agents, accompanied by first lady Melania Trump and several high-ranking Cabinet officials.
The suspected gunman, identified as Cole Allen, 31, from Torrance, California, is currently facing multiple charges, including the attempted assassination of the president of the United States, transporting a firearm across state lines, and discharging a weapon during a violent crime.
On Tuesday, King Charles addressed Congress in a joint session and is scheduled to visit New York City and Virginia thereafter.