US capitol on lockdown, reports of shooting nearby
The US Capitol was put on lockdown Tuesday afternoon, after reports of an active shooter.
Reporters trapped at congressional offices have sent pictures of police activity on 3rd and C Streets NW.
#Capitolhill Police just told me we are on #lockdown No other details given. @RT_America @NewswithEd pic.twitter.com/qjNmpcduWU
— Manila Chan (@ManilaChan) July 12, 2016
#Capitol is on lockdown. Heard a loud bang. Looks like two suspects are in custody right outside Labor Dept tunnel pic.twitter.com/SX3AePwVy7
— Umair Irfan (@umairfan) July 12, 2016
I-395 N/3rd St Tunnel N ramp to C St NW blocked for police activity. #DCTraffic @WTOPtraffic pic.twitter.com/fkdWyuyUd0
— Joe Conway (@JoeConwayWTOP) July 12, 2016
Lockdowns are becoming a frequent occurrence at the US Capitol. The last incident happened Friday, when a female staffer passed through security with what turned out to be a power drill, prompting reports of a gun.
