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Secret Service Arrests Man Who Scaled Treasury Fence Near White House

Officials reported no impact to protective operations following the arrest.

Overview

  • The Secret Service said the breach occurred on Monday, September 29 at approximately 4:55 p.m. on the southeast side of the U.S. Treasury Building.
  • The man was arrested for unlawful entry and transported to the Metropolitan Police Department’s 2nd District for processing.
  • Photos published by media outlets show the detainee in a blazer and reflective blue-tinted sunglasses being escorted in handcuffs.
  • Breitbart reported that President Trump was in residence at the time of the incident.
  • The trespass happened during protests in Washington over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit, and authorities have not disclosed the suspect’s identity or motive.