Bystander struck during May 23 White House shooting was a soldier
The bystander who was struck during a Secret Service-involved shooting near the White House last month has been identified as a soldier.
The 25-year-old victim, Benjamin Del Real, was shot near a Secret Service checkpoint on May 23. He was touring Washington as the gunfight broke out. It remains unclear if he was wounded by a bullet fired by the now-deceased suspect or a Secret Service agent.
Clifford Law Office, the Chicago-based law firm representing Del Real, provided its client’s identity to NBC4 Washington.
“At this time, we are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and gathering all available facts,” attorney Joseph Murphy said in a statement Friday. “We will continue to work with the appropriate authorities to determine exactly what occurred and to ensure a full and accurate understanding of the events that led to our client’s severe injuries. Our primary focus remains on our client’s recovery and well-being. As additional information becomes available, we intend to provide further updates.”
Del Real is still recovering from his injuries after they required surgery, according to the law firm. He was reportedly in critical condition after the shooting.
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