Capitol scare: Man with torch, flare gun detained by police
American media reported that the police detained a man who was found with a torch and a flare gun. Additionally, there was a strong smell of fuel coming from him. The incident occurred on the grounds of the Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Nov 4, 2024 | updated: 2:58 PM EST, November 5, 2024
On Tuesday, November 5, at 12 PM Eastern Time, the American Capitol Police arrested a man in the visitor center. The man drew the officers' attention due to the strong smell of fuel and the items in his possession—a torch and a flare gun—which immediately raised suspicions.
As reported by "Reuters," the situation led to the temporary closure of the visitor center for the duration of the investigation. This increased tension, as the incident occurred during the heated election period in the United States.
The man caught the attention of security personnel, who immediately notified the security services. Capitol Police swiftly decided to close the visitor center during the investigation and to secure the area.
US elections
Elections in the United States have long sparked enormous emotions, but this year's contest has reached an exceptional intensity, drawing the attention of billions of people around the world.
Election day on November 5, at 12 PM Eastern Time, focused the gaze of the entire globe on one of the year's most significant political events. At the center of this rivalry are Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, whose campaigns and visions for America ignite debate both domestically and internationally.
Although it was initially assumed that the first results would appear shortly after the polling stations closed, the close level of competition and the intense battle make the final outcome unpredictable.
