[Gunshots Heard Again Near the White House, Trump Was in the White House at the Time, Suspect Dead] BlockBeats News, May 24 — On the evening of May 23 local time, and early morning today (May 24) Beijing time, intense gunfire was reported near the White House. The White House was subsequently placed on lockdown. At the time of the incident, U.S. President Trump was in the White House. According to law enforcement officials, the incident occurred when an 'emotionally unstable suspect' approached a checkpoint located at the intersection of 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House. After attempts to dissuade the suspect failed, the individual began firing at law enforcement officers. The suspect was shot by officers and transported to the hospital. Additionally, a civilian was injured during the exchange of gunfire. Reports indicate that both individuals sustained serious injuries. The U.S. Secret Service and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are conducting further investigations. According to the Secret Service, the suspect involved in the shooting near the White House has died in the hospital. (CNN) [Original Link]