Washington, D.C.— A Venezuelan man, an undocumented immigrant, was arrested Thursday night, November 5, a few blocks from the White House, after allegedly telling Secret Service agents he intended to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump.
According to information released by the Department of
Homeland Security, the man was located inside a vehicle parked on Constitution
Avenue, near the presidential complex.
Agents approached the car after observing what they
considered suspicious behavior. During questioning, the man reportedly stated
that he heard voices telling him to travel to Washington to kill the U.S.
president.
A search of the vehicle revealed a discovery that heightened
authorities' concerns: inside, they found three firearms, including a rifle and
two pistols, as well as dozens of rounds of ammunition.
Authorities also discovered that the car had been reported
stolen.
The detainee was identified as Ronny Yordrix Guanipa
Chrinos, a Venezuelan national, who, according to the Department of Homeland
Security, illegally entered the United States through Texas in March 2024.
Although initially detained by the Border Patrol, he was later released.
Following his arrest, he faces several charges related to
the possession, transportation, and illegal carrying of firearms, as well as
crimes connected to the allegedly stolen vehicle and receiving stolen property.
The alleged direct threat against the president made the
case a high priority for U.S. authorities.