India, May 24 -- President Donald Trump was inside the White House when a gunman allegedly opened fire near the western perimeter of the presidential complex Saturday evening.

According to reports, the US Secret Service shot back in a matter of seconds, eliminating the suspect before he could cross the guarded perimeter. According to reports, a bystander was also hit during the gunfight; the degree of the injuries has not yet been made public by authorities.

1. Gunman approached White House gate on the West Side around 6 p.m. At approximately 6:10 p.m., the gunman, who was later identified to the Secret Service, was observed walking erratically up 17th St. Northwest.

2. The gunman flashed a firearm and shot three times. According to re...