On Monday night, shortly before 6 p.m., a vehicle collided with an exterior gate on the White House complex, according to a statement from the spokesperson of the Secret Service. The driver involved in the collision has been taken into custody, and the Secret Service is actively investigating both the cause and manner of the incident.
It was unclear if the act was intentional.
Due to the ongoing investigation, the Secret Service has alerted the public to anticipate traffic implications around the vicinity of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, as well as adjacent intersections. The agency said it is working to address the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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