"Cole Tomas Allen, of Torrance, California, was apprehended following the firing of shots at the Washington Hilton, where Trump was scheduled to deliver remarks to a ballroom full of journalists, cabinet officials, and Hilton staff."
"According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the suspect 'charged' a Secret Service checkpoint at the Hilton hotel, and was intercepted by agents."
"Trump said one United States Secret Service agent was shot but saved from serious injury by his bulletproof vest. The agent is 'doing great' and in 'great shape.'"
"The suspect was later transported to a local hospital 'to be evaluated,' according to Carroll, who said he appears to be a 'lone actor.'"
Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old engineer from Torrance, California, was arrested after firing shots at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents Dinner. President Trump and Vice President Vance were evacuated by the Secret Service. The event was initially set to continue but was ultimately canceled. Allen charged a Secret Service checkpoint and was found with a shotgun, handgun, and knives. One Secret Service agent was shot but sustained no serious injuries. Allen is believed to be a lone actor and was taken to a hospital for evaluation.
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