Man ran at U.S. Capitol with shotgun and tactical vest: Police chief
The US Capitol building is seen on February 17, 2026 in Washington, DC.
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A man carrying a shotgun and wearing a “tactical vest” got out of a car and ran toward the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday before being stopped by police officers on duty outside the building, law enforcement officials said.
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Michael Sullivan said officers ordered the man to drop the gun, and he complied. he told reporters Tuesday afternoon. The man was then placed on the ground and taken into custody, Sullivan said.
“He also had tactical gloves, and when we looked at the vehicle, he had a Kevlar helmet and a gas mask in the vehicle,” according to Sullivan.
The police chief said the man’s rifle was loaded and was carrying additional ammunition.
Sullivan praised the officers who captured the suspect, adding that police at the Capitol conduct monthly active shooter drills for this reason.
“Who knows what would have happened if there weren’t officers here on duty like they do every day,” he said.
This is developing news. Please check back for updates.
— CNBC’s Justin Papp contributed to this report.
