A US Secret Service employee has been placed on administrative leave following a violent physical confrontation that erupted within the agency's highly secure Washington D.C. headquarters, The Mirror can reveal.
The shocking incident, which involved agency personnel, has triggered an immediate internal investigation into the serious breach of security protocol at one of America's most protected buildings.
Security Protocols Under Scrutiny
While specific details about what sparked the altercation remain undisclosed, sources confirm the confrontation turned physical between employees within the secure facility. The incident raises serious questions about conduct and security measures at the heart of the nation's protective services.
The employee involved has been immediately removed from duty and placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of a full investigation, standard procedure in such internal matters.
Official Response and Ongoing Probe
In a brief statement, a Secret Service spokesperson acknowledged the incident: "We can confirm that an employee has been placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation." The agency emphasised that the matter is being treated with the utmost seriousness.
The investigation will likely examine not only the circumstances of the fight itself but also any potential vulnerabilities or lapses in procedure it may have exposed within their headquarters.
This event comes at a time when the Secret Service's protocols and internal culture are under increased public and governmental scrutiny, adding further pressure for a transparent and thorough investigation.
