The US congressman’s car was stolen during the attack.

Democratic Congressman from Texas Henry Cuellar was attacked in Washington, his car was stolen, but he was not injured, Politico newspaper reports.

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“According to three sources familiar with the situation, Congressman Henry Cuellar was attacked and his car was stolen in Washington’s Navy Yard on Monday evening… Cuellar’s office confirmed the report and said that he was not injured,” the publication said.

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It is noted that this is an armed attack. According to the newspaper, the city alert system notified residents about the investigation into the theft of a Honda SUV with Texas plates.