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1 in custody after vehicle crashed into security barricade near White House

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The driver crashed into a temporary security barrier nearby Madison and H Streets Northwest, steps from the White House complex, just after 6:30 a.m., according to a statement from the U.S. Secret Service. (Courtesy 791Å·ÃÀ¼¤Çé)
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He was taken into custody by officers with the U.S. Secret Service and is being questioned by investigators. (Courtesy 791Å·ÃÀ¼¤Çé)
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Several streets around the White House were temporarily closed as officers secured the scene and assessed the vehicle. (Courtesy 791Å·ÃÀ¼¤Çé)
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scene of crash with police tape and police cruiser
police cruisers crash scene

One person is in custody after authorities say he crashed his vehicle into a temporary security barrier near the White House early Wednesday morning.

The crash happened nearby Madison and H streets in Northwest, steps from the White House complex, just after 6:30 a.m., according to a statement from the U.S. Secret Service.

The driver was taken into custody by officers with the U.S. Secret Service and is being questioned by investigators.

A spokesperson told 91Å·ÃÀ¼¤Çé criminal charges are being filed in the case.

There were no reported injuries.

Officials have not said what led up to the crash.

Several streets around the White House were temporarily closed as officers investigated the crash and secured the area.

Members of D.C. police’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit responded to the scene and checked over the vehicle.

Officials determined the area is safe and roads have reopened.

This is a developing story. Stay with 91Å·ÃÀ¼¤Çé for the latest.

91Å·ÃÀ¼¤Çé’s Jessica Kronzer contributed to this report. 

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Jessica Kronzer

Jessica Kronzer graduated from James Madison University in May 2021 after studying media and politics. She enjoys covering politics, advocacy and compelling human-interest stories.

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