Washington: Following reports of a potential active shooter in the US Capitol complex on Wednesday following a potential "bad call," Washington Metropolitan Police Department spokesman Hugh Carew said police found no shooter and no one injured. "A report of an active shooter came in. It seems like a poor decision. No one was hurt, and the shooter was not found," Carew said. US Capitol Police had earlier issued a warning to remain indoors of Senate office buildings. The majority of lawmakers were not in Washington as the US Senate was on summer break. However, congressional offices continue to have a minimal on-site staff. Along with tourists, there are frequently dozens of employees manning security posts, staffing cafeterias and coffee shops for the Senate, and performing building maintenance. Also Read: Bread and Power Games: EU on High Alert as Russia Aims to Leverage Cheap Grain for Strategic Influence Although the Capitol complex itself was not in the highest state of lockdown, a staff member for a senator claimed that police had advised all employees to remain in their offices. "If you are inside the Senate Buildings, you should all take cover inside as there has been a report of an active shooter. It should be noted that there have been no confirmed reports of gunshots, according to a social media post from the US Capitol Police. Also Read: Fortress Diplomacy: French Forces Called Upon to 'Fully Guarantee' Embassy Security According to the police, they answered an emergency call. The Capitol Police issued a warning advising people to enter their offices and grab emergency supplies. Additionally, it requested that they keep quiet and turn off any electronic devices. Also Read: Singapore's Deadly Drug Crackdown Continues: Fifth Trafficker Executed in 2023 There were numerous police officers stationed outside the buildings, some staff members were present, and visitors had gathered on the grounds of the Capitol complex.