Summary
An Afghan man named Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who previously worked with the CIA in Afghanistan, is accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House. He came to the US under a special immigration program after the US withdrew from Afghanistan. The incident is under investigation and the suspect is in custody.
Key Facts
- Rahmanullah Lakanwal is accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, DC.
- Lakanwal worked with the CIA and Afghan forces before moving to the US four years ago.
- The shooting victims, Sarah Beckstrom and Andrew Wolfe, are in critical condition.
- Lakanwal entered the US through Operation Allies Welcome, a special program for Afghans.
- After arriving in the US in 2021, he applied for asylum, which was granted in 2024.
- The shooting was described as a targeted attack, and Lakanwal drove from Washington state to DC.
- Lakanwal faces charges including assault with intent to kill and possession of a firearm during a crime.
- He is currently in police custody and being treated for his injuries.
