A man carrying a shotgun was shot and killed by law enforcement officers after entering the grounds of Mar-a-Lago in Florida while President Donald Trump was at the White House, authorities said.

According to local law enforcement officials, the individual breached the perimeter of the Palm Beach property before being confronted by security personnel.

Officers responded swiftly after the alarm was raised and issued verbal commands.

When the suspect failed to comply, officers opened fire.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

President Trump was not in Florida at the time of the incident and was carrying out official duties in Washington.

Officials confirmed there was no immediate threat to the president or to the public beyond the isolated breach.

Authorities stated that the suspect appeared to be acting alone.

An investigation is under way to determine his identity, motive and how he gained access to the secured area.

Federal agencies are assisting local law enforcement in reviewing security footage and assessing the sequence of events.

Mar-a-Lago, which serves as President Trump’s private residence and a designated security site, is protected by layered security measures coordinated between the U.S. Secret Service and local police.

Officials emphasised that established protocols functioned as intended and that the situation was contained quickly.

The incident comes amid heightened security awareness surrounding current and former national leaders.

Law enforcement authorities said additional details would be released once preliminary findings are confirmed.