Key Evidence
US Attorney Laura Pirro announced that investigators have recovered a pellet from a Secret Service agent protective vest following the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner.
The physical evidence definitively links suspect Cole Allen to the incident. Pirro described the finding as conclusive proof of the connection.
Background
The shooting occurred during the White House Correspondents Dinner, leaving multiple people injured. Secret Service agents quickly responded and secured the scene.
New video analysis suggests the suspect may have fired first, which changes the previous understanding of how events unfolded.
Suspect Status
Allen has been removed from suicide precautions. Investigators are working to piece together the full picture of the case, including motive and preparation.
The FBI and Secret Service are conducting a joint investigation, with more details expected to emerge in the coming days.