Breaking: National Guard Shooter Is Afghan National, Potential Terrorist

Details are continuing to leak out with regards to the harrowing shooting that took place Wednesday in the nation’s capital.

The suspect ambushed two West Virginia National Guard members, leaving both in the hospital.

According to a breaking report from an NBC News live blog, details about both the shooter’s origin and nationality have now come forth.

First, the suspect is reportedly an Afghan national. Authorities are still trying to piece together other relevant details about the suspect’s identity.

Secondly, and perhaps more importantly, the “FBI will initially investigate the shooting as a possible act of terrorism,” per NBC News.

Both members of the National Guard were originally reported as having been killed in the shooting, but subsequent information suggests that both are receiving medical attention at a local hospital.

Law enforcement officials are still investigating this incident.

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Bryan Chai has written news and sports for The Western Journal for more than five years and has produced more than 1,300 stories. He specializes in the NBA and NFL as well as politics.

Bryan Chai has written news and sports for The Western Journal for more than five years and has produced more than 1,300 stories. He specializes in the NBA and NFL as well as politics. He graduated with a BA in Creative Writing from the University of Arizona. He is an avid fan of sports, video games, politics and debate.

Birthplace

Hawaii

Education

Class of 2010 University of Arizona. BEAR DOWN.

Location

Phoenix, Arizona

Languages Spoken

English, Korean

Topics of Expertise

Sports, Entertainment, Science/Tech

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