Secret Service officer shot at White House Correspondents' Dinner was not hit by friendly fire, sources say
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Last updated: May 4, 2026
A Secret Service officer was struck by a bullet outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Initial reports suggested the possibility of friendly fire, but this has been officially denied by multiple senior sources. The investigation is ongoing to determine the origin of the round.
- The incident occurred during a shooting that took place on Saturday evening, near the location of the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The injured officer was part of the U.S. Secret Service detail assigned to the event. Investigations into the shooting are actively underway, with authorities seeking to identify the perpetrator and the circumstances surrounding the event. Law enforcement agencies are reviewing evidence and witness accounts to piece together the sequence of events that led to the officer being hit by a bullet. The denial of friendly fire suggests that the projectile originated from an external source, potentially an active shooter or a stray bullet from unrelated activity. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns at high-profile events.
