FBI Says Suspected Gunman in National Guardsmen Shooting Has Been Identified
The FBI believes it has identified the man suspected of shooting two National Guardsmen near the White House on Wednesday, according to multiple law enforcement officials who spoke with CNN. The update marks the first major development since the attack, which left both service members critically injured.
Officials say the initial identification matches a man from Washington state who appears to have immigrated to the United States from Afghanistan in August 2021. Authorities emphasize that the information remains preliminary as investigators continue confirming his identity.
Fingerprint Match Leads Investigators to Possible Suspect
According to one law enforcement official, authorities obtained the suspect’s name after running fingerprints taken from the man now in custody. The FBI is still conducting additional verification steps, including cross-checking federal and immigration records.
Officials stressed that the investigation is ongoing and that a formal identification will not be released until all agencies complete the confirmation process. No charges have been filed at this stage.
Motives Still Unknown as Federal Agencies Coordinate
Investigators have not yet determined a motive for the attack, and officials say there is currently no indication of a broader threat. The FBI, Secret Service, and Metropolitan Police are working jointly on the case while reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses.
The shooting occurred while the Guardsmen were on routine patrol near a high-security zone in Washington, D.C. Authorities say the suspect was quickly subdued and taken into custody after opening fire.
Condition of Wounded Guardsmen Remains Critical
Both National Guard members remain hospitalized in critical condition following the attack. Their identities have not been released publicly, and officials say families have been notified.
Federal officials are expected to provide additional updates once medical and investigative assessments progress. For now, the FBI says the priority is confirming the suspect’s identity and determining what led to the shooting.
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