Washington, April 06: Gunshots were heard near the White House in the US capital, Washington, D.C. on Sunday night, causing some concern.


According to reports, the gunshots were heard in the Lafayette Park area in front of the White House.
It is learned that US President Donald Trump was staying at the White House at the time of the incident.
Immediately, the US Secret Service, local police and park police personnel rushed to the spot and took control of the situation.
According to initial information, no one was injured in the shooting, and the investigation into the suspect or vehicle is ongoing. There is no information that anyone has been arrested yet.
Security has been further increased around the White House after the incident. Officials are closely monitoring the situation. Officials said that the investigation into the background and motive of this incident is ongoing.
