Suspect Allegedly Ambushed Guards Near White House Wednesday
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Washington — Federal authorities say two West Virginia National Guard members were ambushed and critically wounded Wednesday near the White House; investigators arrested 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national who reportedly drove from Washington state and used a .357 revolver. Officials searched properties in Washington state and San Diego, seizing electronic devices as part of a terrorism probe; the victims, Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, 24, underwent surgery and remained in critical condition, while Lakanwal faces assault and weapons charges. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. 2021: Suspect reportedly entered the United States from Afghanistan.
- 2. 2024: Suspect applied for asylum, per reporting from multiple outlets.
- 3. April 2025: Reporting indicates asylum was granted to the suspect.
- 4. Wednesday: Two West Virginia National Guard members were shot near the White House; suspect arrested at the scene.
- 5. Thursday: Federal officials announced charges and executed searches in Washington state and San Diego, seizing electronic devices.
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