

I want to express the nation’s gratitude to the Capitol Police, the National Guard Immediate Response Force, and others who quickly responded to this attack. I have been receiving ongoing briefings from my Homeland Security Advisor, and will be getting further updates as the investigation proceeds. We know what a difficult time this has been for the Capitol, everyone who works there, and those who protect it. We send our heartfelt condolences to Officer Evans’ family, and everyone grieving his loss. Capitol Police, and left a fellow officer fighting for his life. Capitol grounds, which killed Officer William Evans of the U.S. Jill and I were heartbroken to learn of the violent attack at a security checkpoint on the U.S. Statement by President Joe Biden on Today’s Attack Outside the Capitol The White House has provided a statement regarding the incident: WATCH: Video shows aftermath of Capitol incident that left suspect, USCP officer dead Investigators have not indicated what may have prompted the attack. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has ordered flags to be flown at half staff, and a procession of officers could be seen riding away from George Washington University Hospital, where the officers were taken following the incident. The second officer - who has not been identified - is in stable condition, Capitol police say. The officer who was killed has been identified as William F. READ MORE: Suspect who rammed 2 Capitol police officers, killing 1 identified, Fox News says The network says the page included photos and videos of Nation of Islam rallies, and the bio identified Green as a "Follower of Farrakhan."

However, according to Fox News, it reviewed multiple posts before it was removed, saying it indicated he was interested in the Nation of Islam. Capitol Wednesday afternoon after a 911 call warned of a possible active shooter. The deceased suspect has been identified as 25-year-old Noah Green of Indiana, according to FOX News.Ī source told Fox News that Green has ties to Virginia.įacebook has removed Green's profile, citing its "Dangerous Individuals and Organizations" policy. Recent News Governor Newsom Announces Appointments 8.11.23 Governor Newsom Deploys Urban Search & Rescue Team and Additional Experts to Hawaii to Support. WASHINGTON (AP) Authorities issued a shelter-in-place order and searched Senate office buildings near the U.S. Police honor fallen Capitol police officerĪ fallen Capitol police officer was honored by law enforcement on Friday.
