'We just ran' - One killed, four injured in shooting near Washington DC gym

The shooting began Thursday morning local time at a gym in an apartment building about a mile (1.6km) north of the White House.

Public-safety activity may bring road closures, restricted access, or a heightened law-enforcement presence. Stay informed and avoid the affected area unless directed.

This report is based on information from BBC US & Canada, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents may encounter road closures, restricted access, and a heightened public-safety presence in and around the affected area.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid the affected area; follow any instructions from local authorities; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this public-safety situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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