The gunman in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner has been identified as Cole Thomas Allen, a 31-year-old from California. CNN cited sources confirming his identity. Washington, DC interim police chief Jeffery Carroll stated that Allen appears to be the lone suspect. He was armed with a shotgun during the incident. Authorities have not released details on the motive or whether anyone was injured. The event, typically attended by journalists, politicians and celebrities, took place in Washington, DC. Law enforcement responded immediately to the scene. No further information was provided about Allen's background or possible affiliations. Officials are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
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