The two wounded National Guard members who were shot near the White House while patrolling the capital on Wednesday have been identified.
Nov. 27 The two wounded National Guard members who were shot near the White House while patrolling the capital on Wednesday remain hospitalized and have been identified.
They are Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and Andrew Wolfe, 24, both of whom are members of the West Virginia National Guard, NPR reported.
The shooting occurred at 2:15 p.m. EST at the same location as the Farragut West Metro Station, which is located about two blocks northwest of the White House.
« Unfortunately, today, as most families join together to give thanks for the blessings that have been bestowed upon them, two families are shattered and destroyed and torn apart as the result of the actions of one man », Jeanine Pirro, U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said during a Thursday morning news conference.
« Our hearts go out to the victims and their families », Pirro said. « These are dedicated service members who were performing their duties in service to our nation.
