Two arrested near White House as Trump residence placed on lockdown

Two arrested near White House as Trump residence placed on lockdown Trump was home during both of the incidents, which is what prompted the lockdown - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Become an Independent member to bookmark this article Already a member? Log in Two people were arrested near the White House by the Secret Service on Monday after one person jumped a barricade at Lafayette Park in front of the presidential compound while another person drove a car onto the sidewalk. President Donald Trump was home at the time of both incidents, prompting a brief White House lockdown and road closures Shortly before 10 a.m., a vehicle struck the sidewalk surrounding Lafayette Park, according to a statement from a Secret Service spokesperson. "The driver was combative with law enforcement, but was quickly placed under arrest," the statement noted. "Around the same time, a second individual jumped a barricade near the northwest corner of Lafayette Park. That individual was also quickly placed under arrest." The Secret Service is currently investigating both incidents and it remains unclear if they are connected. This is a developing story. Join our commenting forum Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Comments [Image text:] POLICE POLICE