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Indian Express
5 days ago
- Indian Express
US army base on lockdown after active shooter reported, casualties confirmed
Fort Stewart, the largest US Army base east of the Mississippi River, was placed under lockdown on Wednesday following reports of an active shooter on the sprawling installation in southeast Georgia. Officials confirmed that casualties have occurred, though details remain unclear on whether the injuries are fatal. 'We are currently assessing the situation but we can confirm an active shooter,' said Lt. Col. Angel Tomko in a statement. A Facebook alert from Fort Stewart urged personnel in affected areas to 'stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors.' The base also announced that all gates are currently closed due to the lockdown. Located about 40 miles southwest of Savannah, Fort Stewart houses thousands of soldiers from the Army's 3rd Infantry Division, along with their families. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp said he is in touch with law enforcement officials responding to the incident. US Representative Buddy Carter, whose district includes Fort Stewart, stated that he is closely monitoring the developing situation. Officials said the response is ongoing. Further updates are expected as the investigation unfolds. (With inputs from AP)
Economic Times
5 days ago
- Economic Times
Fort Stewart on lockdown: Georgia Army base in crisis as active shooter triggers panic, schools shut
Synopsis Fort Stewart in Georgia was placed on lockdown Wednesday morning following reports of an active shooter, with casualties confirmed. Base officials are assessing the situation, while Governor Kemp expressed his sadness and offered prayers for the victims and their families. Nearby schools in Liberty and Appling Counties were also placed on lockdown as a precaution. The incident is under investigation. Parts of the Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia were locked down Wednesday after an active shooter was reported on the sprawling Army post Gunfire erupted at Fort Stewart in Georgia on Wednesday morning, prompting the base commander to lock down facilities in the wake of this 'active shooter' incident, reported AP. In a Facebook post, Fort Stewart said "'casualties have been reported and the situation is ongoing.' It's unclear whether casualties include injuries, deaths or both.'We are currently assessing the situation but we can confirm an active shooter,' Lt. Col. Angel Tomko said. The army base is about 40 miles southwest of Savannah. Schools in the area were also placed on lockdown. Parts of the Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia were locked down Wednesday after an active shooter was reported on the sprawling Army post. A post on Fort Stewart's Facebook page told all personnel in the locked down area to 'stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors.' The Georgia Army base was put under lockdown following reports of an active shooter. Lieutenant Colonel Angel Tomko told the Associated Press that officials are still assessing the situation. Governor Brian Kemp is monitoring the situation, he said on X. 'As we remain in close contact with law enforcement on the ground, Marty, the girls, and I are saddened by today's tragedy at Ft. Stewart,' Kemp said. '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 everywhere do the same.'Fort Stewart is the largest Army post east of the Mississippi River. It's home to thousands of soldiers assigned to the Army's 3rd Infantry Division and family Representative Buddy Carter has issued a statement on the shooting.'I am monitoring the situation at Fort Stewart,' Carter said. 'Please join me in prayers for the casualties, their families, and the brave law enforcement officers working to protect our community.'Nearby schools in Liberty County, Georgia are on a soft lockdown in response to the active shooter at Fort Stewart. The schools include Button Gwinnett Elementary, Joseph Martin Elementary and Snelson Golden Middle School, according to in the Appling County School System are also on a level one lockdown, according to their website.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- The Hindu
Fort Stewart lockdown: Active shooter in Army base in Georgia, casualty reported
Parts of the Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia were locked down Wednesday (August 6, 2025) after an active shooter was reported on the sprawling Army post, a spokesperson said. Casualties have been reported after the incident, Fort Stewart said in a Facebook post on Wednesday (August 6, 2025). 'The installation was locked down at 11:04 a.m. and law enforcement is on the scene,' it said, adding the incident took place in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area. No further information was immediately available, including on the number of casualties and their severity. Fort Stewart said in the Facebook post that 'casualties have been reported and the situation is ongoing.' It's unclear whether casualties include injuries, deaths or both. 'We are currently assessing the situation but we can confirm an active shooter,' Lt. Col. Angel Tomko said. Fort Stewart also told all personnel in the locked down area to 'stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors.' Located about 64 km southwest of Savannah, Fort Stewart is the largest Army post east of the Mississippi River. It's home to thousands of soldiers assigned to the Army's 3rd Infantry Division and family members. 'Due to the lockdown status all gates on Fort Stewart are currently closed,' the fort said on social media.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Fort Stewart on lockdown: Georgia Army base in crisis as active shooter triggers panic, schools shut
Gunfire erupted at Fort Stewart in Georgia on Wednesday morning, prompting the base commander to lock down facilities in the wake of this 'active shooter' incident, reported AP. In a Facebook post, Fort Stewart said "'casualties have been reported and the situation is ongoing.' It's unclear whether casualties include injuries, deaths or both. 'We are currently assessing the situation but we can confirm an active shooter,' Lt. Col. Angel Tomko said. The army base is about 40 miles southwest of Savannah. Schools in the area were also placed on lockdown. The incident took place in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area, according to ABC News. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program ALSO READ: Kratom addiction alarm grows in US as RFK Jr targets 7-OH: What is it and how can it impact your health? by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now What happened at Fort Stewart? Parts of the Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia were locked down Wednesday after an active shooter was reported on the sprawling Army post. A post on Fort Stewart's Facebook page told all personnel in the locked down area to 'stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors.' The Georgia Army base was put under lockdown following reports of an active shooter. Lieutenant Colonel Angel Tomko told the Associated Press that officials are still assessing the situation. Live Events Governor Brian Kemp is monitoring the situation, he said on X. ALSO READ: Blue whales' mysterious silence leave scientists worried as it sends a dire warning to humanity 'As we remain in close contact with law enforcement on the ground, Marty, the girls, and I are saddened by today's tragedy at Ft. Stewart,' Kemp said. '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 everywhere do the same.' Fort Stewart is the largest Army post east of the Mississippi River. It's home to thousands of soldiers assigned to the Army's 3rd Infantry Division and family members. Georgia Representative Buddy Carter has issued a statement on the shooting. 'I am monitoring the situation at Fort Stewart,' Carter said. 'Please join me in prayers for the casualties, their families, and the brave law enforcement officers working to protect our community.' ALSO READ: Uber shocks Wall Street with massive $20 billion buyback: What it means and why companies do it 'Due to the lockdown status all gates on Fort Stewart are currently closed,' the fort said on social media. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is in contact with responding law enforcement, he said in a statement. U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, whose district includes Fort Stewart, said in an online post that he's monitoring the shooting. Nearby schools in Liberty County, Georgia are on a soft lockdown in response to the active shooter at Fort Stewart. The schools include Button Gwinnett Elementary, Joseph Martin Elementary and Snelson Golden Middle School, according to Independent. Students in the Appling County School System are also on a level one lockdown, according to their website.
Los Angeles Times
5 days ago
- Los Angeles Times
Army base in Georgia is on lockdown after report of an active shooter, spokesperson says
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Parts of Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia were locked down Wednesday after an active shooter was reported on the sprawling Army post, a spokesperson said. Fort Stewart said in a Facebook post that 'casualties have been reported and the situation is ongoing.' It's unclear whether casualties include injuries, deaths or both. 'We are currently assessing the situation but we can confirm an active shooter,' Lt. Col. Angel Tomko said. A post on Fort Stewart's Facebook page told all personnel in the locked down area to 'stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors.' Located about 40 miles southwest of Savannah, Fort Stewart is the largest Army post east of the Mississippi River. It's home to thousands of soldiers assigned to the Army's 3rd Infantry Division and family members. 'Due to the lockdown status all gates on Fort Stewart are currently closed,' the fort said on social media.
