Shooting Near White House Leaves Several Injured, Including National Guard Members | World News

Multiple people were shot in a shocking incident in downtown Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, CNN reported, citing a source familiar with the situation; Initial reports indicated that at least two of the injured were members of the US National Guard.

Police confirmed the incident occurred near the White House, and the Metropolitan Police Department urged the public to avoid the area while the response continues.

According to CNN, details about what led to the shooting are still unclear and the National Guard has yet to release a statement.