DC Shooting: Suspect Identified as Afghan National with US Visa - Motive Still Unknown
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A 29-year-old Afghan national, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, has been named as the suspect in the recent DC shooting. According to multiple law enforcement sources, Lakanwal entered the United States in 2021 through a visa granted under the Operation Allies Welcome initiative, aimed at supporting the relocation and resettlement of Afghan evacuees following the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Lakanwal's alleged photo has surfaced on social media, and reports indicate that he approached two National Guardsmen, shooting them from close range. The guardsmen, who were hit in the head, are currently in critical condition. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with investigators describing it as a 'targeted act.' FBI Director Kash Patel has confirmed that the agency is investigating the shooting as a possible act of national terrorism. The White House, located nearby, was briefly placed on lockdown following the incident. President Joe Biden's administration has been working to address concerns surrounding national security and immigration in the wake of the shooting. As authorities continue to investigate the motive and background of the suspect, the nation remains in shock over the violent incident. The incident has raised questions about the effectiveness of the Operation Allies Welcome initiative and the vetting process for Afghan nationals entering the US. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released in the coming days.
