Cole Thomas Allen, the suspect in the dramatic shooting outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner, reportedly told law enforcement following his arrest that he wanted to 'shoot Trump administration officials,' according to sources.
Suspect's Statement to Police
The suspect did not specifically say he was targeting President Trump, but rather 'administration officials,' law enforcement sources told CBS News. The same bulletin indicated that at least five to eight gunshots were fired during the incident.
Ongoing Investigation
This is a breaking news story. Authorities continue to investigate the motives and circumstances surrounding the shooting. More details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
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