Incident Overview
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were swiftly evacuated to safety on December 17 after a dramatic collision involving a sedan and a Secret Service vehicle protecting the presidential motorcade in Wilmington, Delaware. The incident occurred as President Biden exited his campaign headquarters and approached his armored SUV. The sedan, which struck the parked SUV assigned to secure the area, attempted to breach a restricted zone before being surrounded by armed Secret Service agents.
Ongoing Investigation
Following the crash, the Wilmington Police Department is actively investigating the incident to determine the exact cause and any potential contributing factors. The prompt response from the Secret Service ensured the safety of the Bidens, who were quickly transported away from the scene. The investigation will assess whether the collision was accidental or intentional and whether any other elements were involved.