Streets have been closed in Washington DC after shots were fired and a police chase occurred near the White House.
Constitution Avenue is shut between 15th and 17th Street’s.
Reports emerging at this stage say an AK-47 was recovered from a Honda vehicle abandoned by the shooting suspect and a second vehicle was involved.
The Washington Post says shots were fired south of the Executive Mansion, possible between the Ellipse and the Washington Monument.
A WTOP Radio reporter says there are no injuries and so far no one is in custody.
Barack and Michelle Obama are reportedly in California.
This is breaking news – more to follow
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