US Capitol Police arrested an armed individual near the Capitol building

Arrest of an Armed Individual Near the U.S. Capitol Building The U.S. Capitol Police said it had arrested an individual who was outside the Capitol building carrying a firearm. Security forces instructed congressional staff and other personnel to avoid the area until further notice. A police operation is underway to investigate the details of the incident and ensure the complete security of the area surrounding the Capitol. No further information has yet been released about the identity of the detained individual or his possible motive.