Washington DC plunged into chaos as a vehicle smashed into the White House’s security barricades late Tuesday night. Police quickly swooped in and arrested the driver, sparking a full lockdown and intense security probe.

Crash Near Trump Residence Sparks Panic

At around 10:30pm local time, a car rammed the fortified barriers surrounding the White House, home to former President Donald Trump. The crash immediately set off lockdown alarms, as authorities scrambled to assess the threat level.

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Social media exploded with a dramatic image showing the car stopped against the barricades, fuelling fears of a deliberate attack on the iconic presidential residence. The US Secret Service confirmed the lockdown via their official X account.
 

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