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How the shooting unfolded at Washington event

How the shooting unfolded at Washington event

Summary

At the White House correspondents' dinner held at the Washington Hilton hotel, a gunman opened fire, causing security agents to quickly move President Donald Trump to safety. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen from California, was carrying multiple weapons, and one security agent was injured and treated in hospital.

Key Facts

  • The shooting happened inside the hotel hosting the White House correspondents' dinner.
  • President Donald Trump was quickly taken to safety by his security team.
  • Vice-President JD Vance and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt were also at the event.
  • The suspect is identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31 years old, from Torrance, California.
  • Allen was a guest at the event location and was carrying several weapons, including guns and knives.
  • One U.S. security agent was hurt and received medical treatment.
  • The incident took place at the Washington Hilton hotel.
  • Authorities have taken control of the scene and are investigating.
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