Weapons — Washington, DC — reported 2026-07-13

SUMMARY

A man was arrested by U.S. Capitol Police for being armed with a firearm at the north barricade of the U.S. Capitol building.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Weapons
  • Location: Washington, DC
  • Date reported: 2026-07-13
  • Suspect: not stated

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The arrest occurred outside the U.S. Capitol building on Monday, July 13, 2026.
  • Firearms are prohibited on Capitol grounds.
  • The north barricade of the building was closed while the investigation continued.
  • U.S. Capitol Police officers arrested a man with a firearm at the north barricade of the building.