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Man Crashes U-Haul Truck into White House Security Barrier, Facing Multiple Charges

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A potentially intentional incident occurred Monday night when a U-Haul truck crashed into a security barrier near the White House, prompting a thorough investigation. Sai Varshith Kandula, a 19-year-old from Chesterfield, Missouri, is in custody and facing multiple charges, including threatening to kill or harm a president, vice president, or family member. The Secret Service reported that there were no injuries to any agency or White House personnel. The incident occurred just before 10 p.m. ET, with the truck crashing into security barriers on the north side of Lafayette Square at 16th Street.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sai Varshith Kandula, a 19-year-old from Chesterfield, Missouri, is in custody and facing multiple charges, including threatening to kill or harm a president, vice president, or family member.
  • The incident occurred on Monday night when a U-Haul truck crashed into a security barrier near the White House on the north side of Lafayette Square at 16th Street.
  • The Secret Service reported that there were no injuries to any agency or White House personnel.
  • A preliminary investigation revealed that the driver may have intentionally struck the barrier.
  • The incident prompted road closures as authorities investigated the crash, and the nearby Hay-Adams hotel was evacuated at the request of the Secret Service.
  • Kandula is also facing charges of assault with a dangerous weapon, reckless operation of a motor vehicle, destruction of federal property, and trespassing.
  • The FBI's National Capital Response Squad is assisting Park Police and the Secret Service in the investigation.

Statistics:

  • Sai Varshith Kandula is 19 years old.
  • The incident occurred just before 10 p.m. ET.
  • The U-Haul truck crashed into security barriers on the north side of Lafayette Square at 16th Street near the White House.
  • No injuries were reported among White House personnel.

Sources:

  • US Park Police
  • US Secret Service
  • CNN affiliate WUSA
  • A law enforcement source familiar with the investigation

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