Washington: One person was killed and four others injured in a shooting near the White House in Washington DC on Thursday morning. The gunman also died after shooting himself.
The incident took place around 1.6km from the White House. According to the Associated Press (AP), the shooting began inside a fitness centre, where the attacker first shot one person.
He then went outside and opened fire again, also firing shots inside a parking garage, where another person was hit.
The shooting triggered panic in the area, with people rushing into nearby shops and homes to protect themselves.
Police cordoned off the area and advised people to remain in safe locations.
