A man was arrested late Tuesday night after crashing his car into a security gate outside the White House. The incident occurred around 10:37 p.m. at the intersection of 17th Street and E Street NW, near the southwest perimeter of the presidential complex. The driver, who was operating a 2010 Acura TSX with Maryland license plates, was immediately taken into custody by Secret Service agents on the scene.

No injuries were reported as a result of the crash. Following the incident, security personnel quickly responded, securing the area and examining the damaged vehicle. Forensic teams were seen conducting investigations, while armed officers maintained a heavy presence around the site. Access to the area was temporarily restricted, but the White House itself was not placed under lockdown.

The motive behind the crash remains unclear, and authorities have not disclosed the identity of the driver. The Secret Service is reviewing surveillance footage and other evidence to determine the intent behind the incident. Reports indicate that President Donald Trump was inside the White House at the time of the crash.

This incident is not isolated; there have been previous breaches of security near the White House. In January 2024, a driver crashed into an outer gate, and another vehicle struck a security barrier in May 2024, resulting in the driver’s death. In both cases, the Secret Service ruled out any broader threat to public safety. The latest crash comes amid heightened security measures due to ongoing construction work for a new East Wing ballroom and follows a recent security concern in Florida involving a suspicious hunting stand near where President Trump was scheduled to arrive.