Shots fired at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort as car ploughs through security checks

Shots have been fired outside US President Donald Trump's Mar-a-lago members' club in Florida as a car tried to gain access.

Reports from America say a suspect, believed to be a woman, rammed the northern checkpoint near the sprawling property 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 reports.

A statement from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office reads: "FHP 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 helicopter.

"The vehicle has now been located and two individuals are currently in custody.

"FDLE will be investigating this 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.

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