A shooting in downtown Washington, just a few blocks from the White House, left two West Virginia National Guard members wounded. The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. local time at the intersection of 17th and I Street NW, near the Farragut West Metro station. Police described the attack as “targeted and deliberate.”

One of the Guardsmen managed to return fire before being struck. The suspect was seriously injured, taken into custody at the scene, and transported to a hospital. His motives remain unknown as the investigation continues.

Initial reports suggested the soldiers had been fatally wounded, but officials later clarified that the early information was conflicting. According to the latest updates, both Guardsmen remain in critical condition.

President Donald Trump responded on social media, stating that the shooter “will pay a very high price.” The FBI, along with other federal agencies, is leading the investigation. Officials are not ruling out a possible act of terrorism but emphasize that the attacker’s motives are still unclear.