Police have shot and killed a woman near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, after she tried to drive through a barricade near the White House before driving away and leading officers on a dramatic car chase.
Washington Police Chief Cathy Lanier told reporters the woman died after police fired into her vehicle. Lanier said shots were fired in at least two locations during the confrontation Thursday afternoon.
Capitol Police Chief Kim Dine said this appeared to be an isolated incident with no link to terrorism. He said a police officer rescued a 1-year-old child from the car after the chase.
Authorities said two officers were hurt in the incident, but that both are in good condition and expected to recover.
The U.S. Capitol was put under a brief security lockdown as the situation unfolded. But there never was a threat to lawmakers inside the building.
Police are refusing to comment on the identity or motive of the woman who drove the car. They say the incident remains under investigation.