U.S. Capitol On Lockdown After Car Rams Barricade, Reported Gunfire: Breaking

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The U.S. Capitol is on lockdown after someone rammed a car into two Capitol Police officers, injuring them, reports WKYC. Numerous other reports also note gunfire in the area. Capitol staff are being barred entry and exit from the buildings.

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Capitol Police say that the incident occurred near a checkpoint. The vehicle rammed a barricade, critically injuring two officers. The suspect was shot by officers.

The officers and the suspect are being transported to the hospital.

This is a breaking story, we will update as we know more.

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