Washington: Security agencies have arrested a suspicious person near the White House in the US capital Washington DC. US Secret Service officers arrested a man sitting in a car for suspicious activities on Thursday night. During the search, three guns and dozens of rounds of bullets were recovered from his car. According to officials, during interrogation, the accused claimed that some voices were coming into his mind, which were asking him to assassinate US President Donald Trump. Security agencies have become alert after the incident.
How was the suspect caught near the White House?
According to a statement from the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Secret Service officers spotted the man sitting in a car parked near Constitution Avenue on Thursday night. When his activities seemed suspicious, the officials started interrogating him. During this time, he reportedly said that he was hearing voices in his head, which were asking him to come to Washington and assassinate President Donald Trump.
After this the officers searched the vehicle. Investigation revealed that the car was registered as stolen. Three different weapons and a large number of bullets were recovered from the vehicle.
Who is the arrested person?
Authorities have identified the suspect as Ronny Yordrix Guanipa Chrinos. According to the US Department of Homeland Security, he is a Venezuelan citizen and entered the US through Texas in March 2024.
Officials said that several charges related to weapons and stolen vehicle have been filed against the accused. Currently he is in the custody of the US Marshals Service.
Which weapons were recovered from the car?
According to US officials, an AR-15 style rifle and two handguns were recovered from the suspect’s car. Apart from this, dozens of rounds of bullets were also found in the vehicle. Initial investigation revealed that the vehicle was stolen. After the recovery of weapons, many serious charges have been levied against the accused.
What did Homeland Security say?
US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin praised the action of Secret Service officials. He said officers caught the suspect in time, averting the potential threat before anyone was harmed.
At the same time, the White House has not yet made any official comment on this matter. According to officials, legal action is underway against the accused and the matter is being investigated.
