A vehicle incident near the U.S. Capitol led to the arrest of a man and temporary road closures. Around 10 a.m. on Thursday, U.S. Capitol Police saw the driver on the sidewalk near Peace Circle, heading onto grass near Third Street NW and Constitution Avenue, as stated by DC News Now.
Police increased their efforts after detaining a driver who was charged with reckless driving. A bomb squad inspected the vehicle but found no immediate threat. Roads, including Constitution Avenue, First Street NW, Pennsylvania Avenue, Louisiana Avenue, and New Jersey Avenue, were reopened after the investigation, with a public warning to avoid the area, according to WUSA9.
A security incident occurred at the U.S. Capitol on Thursday, following a truck attack in New Orleans and ahead of events for former Presidents Jimmy Carter's funeral and Donald Trump's inauguration. A man was arrested for erratic driving near the Capitol, but his identity and motives are unclear. Capitol Police quickly secured the area, assuring the public of their vigilance. Further details are expected as the investigation continues, as reported by NBC.
