Attempted Security Breach at U.S. Capitol

SOURCE www.cnbc.com
Police arrested a man trying to enter the U.S. Capitol with a machete and three knives while former President Jimmy Carter lay in state in the Capitol Rotunda. The man, 44-year-old Mel Horne of Washington, D.C., was arrested on multiple charges of carrying a dangerous weapon.

Key Points

  • Man arrested for attempting to enter U.S. Capitol with a machete and three knives
  • Arrest took place while former President Jimmy Carter lay in state in the Capitol Rotunda
  • No active threat to the Capitol or public, according to U.S. Capitol Police

Pros

  • Quick response by U.S. Capitol Police led to the arrest of the individual
  • No active threat to the Capitol, Congress, or the public at the time of the incident

Cons

  • Potential danger posed by individuals carrying dangerous weapons into secure areas
  • Disruption caused by the security incident