Federal Bureau of Investigation Widens Washington Attack Probe
Thursday saw, the FBI raided a number of locations as it widened its inquiry into a attack in the nation's capital that took place on the previous day, leaving one national guard member killed and another in critical condition.
Alleged Shooter's Past and Residence Searched
This operation covered a property in Washington state connected to the alleged gunman, man from Afghanistan Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who officials said was involved with a CIA-backed unit in Afghanistan before coming to the US in the year 2021 under a relocation scheme.
Agents took possession of multiple digital gadgets from the property, including smartphones, laptops, and iPads, and questioned his family members, the Bureau's chief Patel stated during a media update.
Guard Member Member Beckstrom Succumbs After Attack
On Thursday evening, President Trump revealed that Beckstrom, one of the national guard troops injured in DC, had passed away.
Beckstrom, aged 20, was one of two members of the guard shot; the other member, Wolfe, 24, is still in critical condition, as stated by the commander-in-chief.
Trump Demands Scrutiny of Afghan Refugees
Donald Trump has called for his team to review every individual from Afghanistan who arrived in the US during the previous administration, after investigators revealed the alleged perpetrator in the attack as a man from Afghanistan.
DC Suspect Had CIA Links, Officials Confirm
The alleged gunman collaborated with CIA-supported armed groups during the US war in the Afghan war, the agency has confirmed.
The suspect, revealed to be Lakanwal, 29, came to the United States in 2021 under an immigrant program that gave eligible individuals who had been employed by the American government immigration documents to the US.
The investigation is ongoing as officials piece together clues and speak with witnesses.
