White House Intruder Had 800 Rounds of Ammunition in His Car
The man who managed to jump the fence and run into the White House Friday night had 800 rounds of ammunition in boxes and magazines, two hatchets, and a machete in his car, a federal prosecutor said today. The prosecutor also noted that the man, 42-year-old veteran Omar Jose Gonzalez, was arrested in July with a sniper rifle and a map marking the White House.
In August, Gonzalez was stopped while walking past the White House carrying a hatchet. Here's video of his Friday night run:
Gonzalez appeared in court today on one charge of unlawfully entering a restricted building or grounds while carrying a deadly or dangerous weapon. The prosecutor told the judge he believes Gonzalez is "a danger to the president." The judge ordered Gonzalez to be detained.
[Photo via AP]