Cole Tomas Allen identified as suspect in press dinner shooting
A suspect has been taken into custody following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The individual has been identified as a teacher and private instructor from California. (sources: bbc, aljazeera, france24, theguardian, ap)
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, has been identified as the suspect in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the incident.
- Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, California, has been arrested in connection with the shooting.
- Allen works as a teacher and private instructor.
- Charges against Allen have been announced by law enforcement.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns about security at high-profile events attended by public figures and media.
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This story is about a shooting at a White House press dinner involving a suspected LA teacher. The bill would authorize reimbursable use of state and local services, personnel, equipment, and facilities for certain Secret Service protective functions to support protective events.
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