Fort Stewart Under Lockdown Following Active Shooter Report with Casualties
An active shooter incident with reported casualties at Fort Stewart, Georgia, led to a base lockdown and swift law enforcement response, including FBI agents.
Overview
An active shooter incident with reported casualties occurred at Fort Stewart, a military installation in Georgia, leading to an immediate base lockdown.
The incident specifically took place within the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area of Fort Stewart, located approximately 40 miles southwest of Savannah.
Fort Stewart was placed under lockdown at 11:04 a.m. local time following confirmed reports of the active shooter situation and multiple casualties.
Law enforcement agencies, including FBI agents from Savannah, swiftly responded to the scene to address the ongoing active shooter threat.
Authorities initiated a comprehensive response to secure the area and manage the incident, emphasizing the severity of the reported casualties and ensuring safety.
Analysis
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FAQ
Five soldiers were shot in the active shooter incident at Fort Stewart.
The shooter was a U.S. Army sergeant and was taken into custody about 30 minutes after the incident occurred.
No fatalities were reported; the five injured soldiers were treated and transferred to medical facilities for further care.
Fort Stewart was put under lockdown, local schools and community centers temporarily locked down, and law enforcement agencies including FBI agents swiftly responded to secure the area.
Fort Stewart is a large military installation about 40 miles southwest of Savannah, Georgia, home to the Army’s 3rd Infantry Division, with roughly 10,000 troops and family members living on the base.
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