Man sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in DC

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Fire officials and police in Washington, D.C. responded to a man who set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy Sunday afternoon.  

DC Fire and EMS said it responded to a call about a person on fire outside the Israeli embassy just before 1 p.m. 

D.C. law enforcement outside the Israeli embassy.  (Fox News)

D.C. police said it responded to the 3500 block of International Drive, NW around 1 p.m. to assist the U.S. Secret Service. 

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Officials arrived to find the fire extinguished by members of the U.S. Secret Service members. 

D.C. police and fire officials responded to a scene outside the Israeli embassy Sunday afternoon.  (Fox News )

DC Fire and EMS transported an adult male to an area hospital where he remains in critical condition. 

DC police said its Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) was requested to the scene in reference to a suspicious vehicle that may be connected to the individual.

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Fox News Digital has reached out to the Israeli embassy in D.C. for comment. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Bradford Betz is a Fox News Digital breaking reporter covering crime, political issues, and much more.