Prime Minister Modi Condemns Shooting Incident at White House Dinner

Shooting Incident at the White House

A shooting occurred during a dinner for reporters at the White House on Saturday night, prompting a response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He condemned the violence, stating, "I denounce the shooting incident that took place during the dinner." Modi expressed his wishes for the safety and well-being of President Trump, the First Lady, and Vice President Pence. He shared his thoughts on his social media account, expressing relief that the President and his family were unharmed following the incident in Washington.

The shooting took place outside the ballroom where Trump and other guests were gathered. Although the exact motives behind the incident remain unclear, the event has been canceled and will be rescheduled for a later date.

Authorities reported that the 31-year-old assailant, identified as Cole Thomas Allen from California, was apprehended by the Secret Service. Trump addressed reporters at the White House after the incident, revealing that the suspect was armed with multiple weapons. Fortunately, an officer was injured but survived due to wearing a bulletproof vest.

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser stated that the shooter was equipped with guns and knives and appeared to have acted alone. In a press conference, she confirmed that there was no evidence of any accomplices, assuring the public that there was no ongoing threat. The suspect's identity was confirmed as Cole Thomas Allen, a resident of Torrance, California.