In the early hours of January 6, 2025, Secret Service agents apprehended a male suspect at the Ohio residence of Vice President JD Vance following a security breach involving property damage. The incident, which took place shortly after midnight, saw the suspect break multiple windows of the Cincinnati home before being detained and handed over to local authorities.
The Vice President's residence, which was unoccupied at the time of the intrusion, sustained significant damage, prompting law enforcement to conduct a thorough investigation at the scene. The Secret Service confirmed that Vice President Vance and his family were not present in Ohio when the break-in occurred. Instead, they reside at the Naval Observatory in Washington DC, the official residence for vice presidents.
A Secret Service spokesperson detailed the incident to the Daily Mail, stating that the suspect was taken into custody by the Cincinnati Police Department after Secret Service personnel stopped him from causing further damage to the property. Local media outlets captured images of the damage, showing large holes in the residence's windows. Police presence remained strong throughout the night, with officers patrolling the estate and entering the property for investigation purposes.
The agency has announced collaboration with the Cincinnati Police Department and the United States Attorney’s Office to pursue charges against the individual responsible for the vandalism. Currently, at least one person remains in custody, though the authorities have yet to disclose a possible motive for the incident.
The Ohio property, purchased by the Vance family for $1.4 million, is a luxurious estate overlooking the Ohio River and covers 2.3 acres of land. It is one of several real estate holdings owned by Vice President Vance and his wife, Usha, who also own properties in Washington DC and Alexandria, Virginia, acquired during Vance's tenure as a United States Senator representing Ohio.
The investigation into the break-in is ongoing, with federal and local authorities working together to ensure a comprehensive examination of the circumstances and appropriate prosecution of the suspect. As updates emerge, the focus remains on the safety and security of the Vice President and his family.
