Shots have been fired outside Donald Trump's Mar-a-lago members' club in Florida as a car tried to ram its way in - hours before the US President is due to arrive.
Two suspects have been arrested after a dramatic police chase and Palm Beach is on lockdown with a massive police presence. The FBI has launched an investigation.
Initial reports from America said a suspect, believed to be a woman, rammed the northern checkpoint near the sprawling resort before police and secret service officials fired their guns at her.
The woman was able to get away and spent some time on the run, WSVN 7 News reported.
Police now say two suspects have been arrested after a pursuit.
A statement from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office reads: "FHP (Florida Highway Patrol) was in pursuit of a black SUV. The black SUV was headed towards two security check points at Mar-a-Lago, in the town of Palm Beach.
"The SUV breached both security check points heading towards the main entrance.
"Officials (still trying to determine) discharged their firearms at the vehicle.
"The vehicle fled while being pursued by FHP and PBSO (Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office) helicopter.
"The vehicle has now been located and two individuals are currently in custody.
"FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement) will be investigating this shooting."
Police are trying to ascertain which department fired the shots at the vehicle.
The FBI is also investigating the shooting.
A news conference is due to be held this afternoon local time.
The US president is scheduled to spend this weekend in Palm Beach for the Super Bowl.
First Lady Melania Trump is currently in the White House. She is scheduled to travel with the President to Mar-a-Lago later this afternoon, according to White House guidance.
Mar-a-Lago is often referred to as the 'Winter White House'.
The incident began at 11.40am local time at the main entrance to Mar-a-Lago.
Southern Boulevard bridge, which connects Palm Beach to West Palm Beach, is blocked by police.
