NewsThe Daily WireMay 1, 2026United States
New Footage Shows Police K9 Interaction Before Security Breach at Correspondents' Dinner
Newly released Justice Department footage shows a police K9 and handler interacting with Cole Allen, the man who attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner, just seconds before he breached a security checkpoint with a shotgun. The video captures the moments leading up to the attack, which resulted in a Secret Service agent being struck by gunfire while wearing protective gear.
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The incident raises questions regarding Secret Service security protocols at off-site venues and the effectiveness of screening procedures during high-profile events involving protected officials.
Key Facts
- Cole Allen attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton.
- A police K9 and handler were seen on video near Allen in a side room seconds before he breached the checkpoint.
- Allen was armed with a fully loaded Mossberg 12-gauge pump-action shotgun.
- The breach occurred at approximately 8:36 p.m. ET.
- Allen fired one round, striking a Secret Service agent who was protected by a bulletproof vest.
- A Secret Service agent returned fire but did not strike Allen.
- Allen was subdued after falling shortly after breaching the checkpoint.
- Allen arrived in Washington, D.C. from California by train the day before the event.
- Allen scouted the hotel the day before the dinner, according to Justice Department footage.
- Allen posted a manifesto shortly before the attack stating his intent to target administration officials.
Who's Mentioned
organizationJustice Department“The federal department that released the security footage.”organizationSecret Service“The federal agency responsible for protecting the President and securing the eve”personCole Allen“The individual who attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner.”locationWashington Hilton“The venue where the White House Correspondents' Dinner took place.”personScot Bryan“Retired Secret Service agent providing commentary on the footage.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States present at the event.”personJeanine Pirro“U.S. Attorney who released the footage.”