Van drove through barricade outside White House; driver apprehended: officials

A Secret Service investigation is underway near the White House after officials say a van drove through a barricade early Wednesday morning. The Metropolitan police and Secret Service responded to the vicinity of the White House around 6:30 a.m. after a van drove through a barricade at Connecticut Avenue and H Street. The driver of the van was apprehended and is being questioned, according to police. No injuries have been reported. As a result of the investigation, multiple streets in the immediate area have been closed to traffic, including 15th Street and E Street Northwest and H Street Northwest between 15th and 17th Streets. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. Commuters traveling through downtown Washington should expect delays. Officials have yet to release further details. This is a developing story. Check back for updates,