EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A heavily armed man was arrested after forcing his way into the White House Correspondents' dinner, forcing an evacuation and injuring a Secret Service agent.
A 31-year-old California man was arrested after attempting to force his way through security at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, prompting an immediate evacuation and cancellation of the event.
The incident occurred approximately 20 minutes after President Trump and the first lady arrived at the annual gathering, commonly referred to as the “Nerd Prom.” Federal authorities say Cole Tomas Allen of Torrance, California, rushed a secured checkpoint while carrying a shotgun, handgun, and multiple knives.