2 National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C.; suspect in custody, identified as Afghan national

What to know about the shooting of 2 National Guard troops in Washington, D.C.

Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot in an ambush-style attack in Washington, D.C., Wednesday afternoon, officials said.

FBI Director Kash Patel said the two Guard members were in critical condition. Earlier, West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the troops had died but then walked back his statement, citing "conflicting reports."

The Metropolitan Police Department said the crime scene was secured and a suspect is in custody. Police said the suspect was wounded and was taken to a hospital.

The suspect has been identified by the Trump administration as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national who entered the U.S. in 2021. Law enforcement said he is believed to have acted alone.

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