Suspect dead after approaching White House checkpoint with weapon, says U.S. Secret Service

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A suspect died after opening fire at a White House checkpoint in the US, according to the Secret Service. The individual removed a weapon and began shooting at officers, prompting a preliminary investigation.

The U.S. Secret Service said in a statement that, according to a preliminary investigation, the person approached a checkpoint shortly after 6 p.m. ET, “removed a weapon from his bag and began firing at posted officers”.