Man arrested for running toward U.S. Capitol building with loaded shotgun, police say

U.S. Capitol Police in Washington, D.C., arrested an 18-year-old man Tuesday after he ran from his vehicle toward the west side of the Capitol Building armed with a shotgun. The incident occurred during heightened security measures around the Capitol complex, which has remained on alert since the January 6, 2021, attack. The suspect, whose identity has not been released pending further investigation, was reportedly stopped before reaching the building perimeter, with officers securing the weapon without incident. Capitol Police confirmed the shotgun was loaded and described the man's actions as concerning, though they have not yet determined his motives or potential connections to any extremist groups. The incident triggered a brief security alert but did not result in any injuries or disruption of congressional proceedings.