A large-scale security operation has been launched following an armed attack that occurred on the morning of Thursday, November 12, in the Logan Circle neighborhood of Washington DC, the capital of the USA.
According to the latest information reported by CNN as of 09:40 local time, the suspect in the incident, in which at least 5 people were shot, has not yet been apprehended.
Multiple security sources and an official briefed on the incident reported that the suspect has barricaded themselves inside an apartment building near the area where the attack took place.
SHELTER-IN-PLACE WARNING IN TWO NEIGHBORHOODS
Security forces have warned citizens in a large section of the Dupont Circle and Logan Circle neighborhoods, where the operation is ongoing, not to leave the buildings they are currently in.
The emergency notification sent to mobile phones in the region stated the following:
"Enter the nearest building, stay away from windows, and remain inside until further notice."
POLICE HELICOPTERS DEPLOYED, STREETS CLOSED
Dozens of police vehicles have been deployed in Logan Circle, which is located approximately 1.6 kilometers from the White House.
As part of the operation, which is concentrated around 15th Street NW and P Street NW, numerous streets have been closed to traffic while police helicopters have begun patrol flights over the area.
According to CNN, a police officer near the scene shouted "There is an active shooter!" to pedestrians on their way to work, warning them to move away from the area.
The Emergency Response Team of the Washington Metropolitan Police Department has also joined the operation.
The health status of the four people shot in the attack has not yet been announced. No information has been shared regarding the identity of the suspect or the motive for the attack.
News Source: 12punto
