There is an atmosphere of tension in America due to the firing incident near the White House. According to available information, 20-year-old West Virginia National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom, who was seriously injured in this attack, has passed away. US President Donald Trump confirmed this late on Thursday night local time, saying that Sara was a very respectable, courageous and young soldier full of passion for serving the country, who is no longer among us.
Let us tell you that along with Sara, 24-year-old Andrew Wolfe was also injured in this accident, whose condition is still said to be very critical. Trump expressed hope that better news would be received soon about Wolfe, although according to doctors his condition remains critical.
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey also shared information about Sara’s death in a post on social media. He wrote that this was not the result that was expected, but the fear was already there. He described Sara as a brave, dutiful and dedicated soldier towards the country and said that she has fulfilled her responsibility with full dedication.
It is noteworthy that this incident took place on November 26, when both the National Guard soldiers were patrolling just a few blocks away from the White House. Then an attacker suddenly opened fire on him. Former President Trump was not present in the White House during this attack.
The attacker has been identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, an Afghan-born citizen who came to the US in 2021 as part of Operation Allies Welcome. Trump told the media that the condition of the accused was also critical and described him as a “dangerous individual” and said that such people should not be allowed a place in the country.
US Attorney General Pam Bondi has indicated that the suspect could face terrorism-related charges. It is noteworthy that after the incident, Trump, in a video message released on Wednesday night, talked about re-examining all those Afghan refugees who came to America during the previous administration. He said that if a person is not loyal to the country, he should not have the right to live here and this attack is a crime against the entire nation.
The entire incident is under investigation and security agencies are deeply investigating the motive of the attack, the background of the attacker and the possible network, while the treatment of the injured soldiers continues in the hospital and all eyes are on the condition of Andrew Wolfe.