White House shooting suspect killed in gunfight with Secret Service agents
A gunman identified as 21-year-old Nasire Best was killed after opening fire near the White House, injuring a bystander before Secret Service agents returned fire...
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A suspect, identified as Nasire Best, was killed in a gunfight with Secret Service agents outside the White House on Saturday evening after opening fire. He had a documented history of mental health conditions and prior encounters with law enforcement.
- A bystander was also wounded in the shooting.
- The suspect, Nasire Best, reportedly used a revolver and had previously attempted to enter the White House.
- This incident occurred one month after a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
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