❓WHAT HAPPENED: Fort Stewart in Georgia, the largest U.S. Army base east of the Mississippi, was placed under lockdown following reports of an active shooter.
👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: U.S. Army personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders.
📍WHEN & WHERE: Fort Stewart, Georgia, on Wednesday. The incident occurred in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area.
💬KEY QUOTE: “We are keeping the victims, their families, and all those who answer the call to serve in our hearts and prayers.” – Governor Brian Kemp
🎯IMPACT: Casualties have been confirmed, and the lockdown has disrupted operations at the base, including schools and airfields.
Fort Stewart, located in southeast Georgia near Hinesville, was placed under lockdown Wednesday after reports of an active shooter. The incident occurred in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area, with scanner traffic indicating “two separate incidents” and a potential second shooter in a different building.
Law enforcement and emergency responders are actively addressing the situation, and casualties have been confirmed. Personnel on the base have been instructed to shelter in place, lock windows and doors, and report accountability to leadership. The lockdown also extends to Wright and Evans Army Airfields as well as Fort Stewart schools.
Lt. Col. Angel Tomko confirmed the presence of an active shooter but noted that details on injuries are still being assessed. Fort Stewart, which spans over 280,000 acres, serves as the home of the U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division and plays a vital role in training, mobilization, and deployment operations.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R) expressed sorrow over the incident, stating, “Marty, the girls, and I are saddened by today’s tragedy at Ft. Stewart. We are keeping the victims, their families, and all those who answer the call to serve in our hearts and prayers, and we ask that Georgians do the same.”
Fort Stewart is not only a critical military installation but also a significant economic and community presence in the region, employing thousands of soldiers and civilians. The base includes schools, medical facilities, and recreational amenities, contributing to a self-sustaining community. Its strategic importance and history dating back to World War II make it a cornerstone of America’s defense infrastructure.
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