On February 3, at approximately 4:20 p.m., a startling breach at the White House’s South Grounds underscored the constant vigilance required to protect one of the nation’s most secure sites. A man was arrested by the U.S. Secret Service after scaling an outer fence of the White House complex—a dramatic episode captured on video by witness David Stanley.

In the footage, the intruder is heard exclaiming an expletive as he begins his climb, immediately triggering a robust response from the agency.

According to multiple reports, the rapid deployment included the swift appearance of rooftop snipers and K9 units racing onto the lawn as uniformed officers closed in on the suspect. Within moments, the intruder was taken into custody. His identity remains undisclosed, and it is not yet clear what charges he may face. Nevertheless, the incident serves as a powerful reminder of the stringent protocols the Secret Service has in place to secure the 18-acre White House complex—a facility protected by mission support staff, uniformed officers, and special agents who utilize advanced security measures.