Reports of gunfire near the White House triggered a Secret Service investigation, but no injuries or suspects were found, as authorities heightened security and searched Lafayette Park overnight.
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The United States Secret Service is investigating reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park, located directly across from the White House, officials said Sunday.
Authorities reported no injuries and no suspects were found following a search of the park and surrounding areas after midnight.
The incident occurred while U.S. President Donald Trump was spending the weekend at the White House. There was no immediate comment from the administration.
Security heightened, operations continue
According to the Secret Service, White House operations continued as normal, though security in the vicinity was increased as a precaution.
The agency said it is working closely with the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department and the United States Park Police as part of the ongoing investigation.
Area under renovation
Lafayette Park has been partially fenced off in recent weeks due to renovation work, which may have limited access during the overnight hours.
Officials have not yet confirmed the source of the reported gunfire, and the investigation remains ongoing.
