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Jun 01, 2023

Vehicle Crashes Into White House Security Gate: US Secret Service

A vehicle crashed into a security entrance at the White House complex early

A vehicle crashed into a security entrance at the White House complex early Tuesday, according to a United State Secret Service statement.

The crash happened about 4:30 a.m. at a security entrance at 15 and E Streets NW, the Secret Service said. That's at the east side of the White House grounds, near the White House Visitor Center.

No injuries were reported.

In a statement released Wednesday, U.S. Secret Service Spokesperson Steve Kopek said the driver struck a security bollard at a White House checkpoint and the actions "were not targeted towards the White House Complex."

The driver was identified as Roy Bowden, 48. Kopek said he was arrested for driving under the influence and unlawful entry.

There was increased security around the White House Tuesday while the cause of the crash was investigated.

It's not the first time there was a crash involving security barriers near the White House.

Two juveniles were injured in May 2022 after crashing a stolen car into a concrete security barrier at the western side of the White House grounds, the Secret Service said.

This is a developing story. Stay with News4 for more updates.