The United States Capitol was locked down on Friday due to an “exterior security threat,” as the United States Capitol Police (USCP) said two officers were injured after a car rammed into them and sources said officers shot and killed a suspect.
One of the officers later died from his wounds, according to Fox News’ Jacqui Heinrich.
The suspect exited his car wielding a knife and was shot by the USCP.
FAST FACTS
- Capitol Police said they shot and the suspect after he allegedly rammed a car into officers
- One officer was killed, another remains hospitalized, and the suspect died of his injuries
- Authorities locked down the Capitol complex
“Due to an exterior security threat, no entry or exit is permitted at this time in any building in the Capitol complex,” a voice announcement throughout the complex sounded.
Source: http://feeds.foxnews.com/~r/foxnews/politics/~3/lc4ybYVmjLI/live-updates-capitol-locked-down-armed-suspect-in-custody