Washington, D.C. — Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were fatally shot near the White House on Tuesday, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey confirmed. The victims, a male and a female Guardsman, were part of the National Guard unit deployed in the nation’s capital.
Authorities responded swiftly to the scene and took a suspect into custody who was wounded during the incident. Officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting as the nation mourns the loss of these service members. Governor Morrisey described the tragedy as a heartbreaking loss for West Virginia and the country, vowing to seek full accountability
Authorities responded swiftly to the scene and took a suspect into custody who was wounded during the incident. Officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting as the nation mourns the loss of these service members. Governor Morrisey described the tragedy as a heartbreaking loss for West Virginia and the country, vowing to seek full accountability.
The presence of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C. has been significant following an emergency order by President Donald Trump earlier this year. President Trump addressed the shooting via social media, pledging severe consequences for the suspect and honoring the sacrifice of the fallen Guardsmen.
The investigation remains ongoing, and further details are expected to be released as the case develops.