Incident Details and Immediate Response
On a rainy Sunday evening, President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were quickly moved to safety after a car collided with a parked SUV from their motorcade in Wilmington, Delaware. As President Biden exited his campaign headquarters and approached his armored vehicle, a sedan struck the SUV stationed to secure the area for their departure. The sedan, with a Delaware license plate, attempted to drive into a restricted intersection before being surrounded by armed Secret Service agents who directed the driver to surrender.
Swift Actions and Uninterrupted Schedule
Following the collision, President Biden was swiftly guided into his waiting vehicle, where First Lady Jill Biden was already seated, and they were safely transported home. Despite the startling event, their schedule remained unaffected as they returned to their residence without further disruption. The Secret Service’s quick response ensured the safety of the Bidens, and the incident did not lead to any major alterations in their plans. The silver sedan, which was damaged in the crash, was promptly contained by security officers, reflecting the high level of preparedness and efficiency in handling such situations.