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International Business Times
6 days ago
- International Business Times
Who Is Quornelius Radford? Fort Stewart Gunman Who Shot Five Soldiers Identified as Army Sergeant Who Was Earlier Arrested in May for DUI
The gunman who shot five at Fort Stewart Army Base in Georgia has been identified as Quornelius Radford, as per reports and social media. Five soldiers were wounded at after Radford allegedly opened fire inside the army base. The base commander at the Georgia Army base reported an active shooter and placed the compound on lockdown on Wednesday. The shooting took place in the area of the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team (2ABCT) at the base, which is located roughly 40 miles southwest of Savannah and includes Wright and Evans Army Airfield. Videos shared on social media from the incident showed several soldiers taking cover as the active shooter alert was announced. Face of Evil Quornelius Radford X Radford, according to reports, is 28 years old and is an army sergeant. He was arrested moments after he opened fire inside the army base. He was previously arrested in Georgia in May for driving under the influence. He allegedly has ties to Florida. The motive behind the mass shooting isn't immediately clear. A base was put on lockdown initially but has now been lifted. The lockdown began at 11:04 a.m. in parts of the base, including Wright and Evans Army Airfield and Fort Stewart Schools, with authorities urging everyone on-site to stay inside and lock all doors and windows. Superintendent Brian Perry confirmed in a statement that three on-base schools—Kessler Elementary, Murray Elementary, and Diamond Elementary—were also placed on lockdown due to the incident. "Per DOD alert the commander of Fort Stewart has issued a lock down. Diamond, Kessler, and Murray Schools are all in a lock down at this time. There is no immediate threat to the schools at this time. We will send a message when an all clear is announced." The FBI's Savannah office, part of the Atlanta division, released a statement saying it is aware of the incident and is "coordinating with Army Criminal Investigation Division for any assistance that might be needed." Prayers for Everyone At least five people were shot at Fort Stewart, the largest U.S. Army base east of the Mississippi River X Georgia Governor Brian Kemp also issued a statement saying that he was "saddened" by the "tragedy" at Fort Stewart, adding that his administration has been in constant communication with law enforcement officials at the scene. "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 all Georgians do the same." Fort Stewart, located in southeast Georgia, is the largest U.S. Army base east of the Mississippi River, spanning around 280,000 acres (437 square miles—about 93% the size of New York City). It serves as the headquarters for the 3rd Infantry Division and is also used as a training ground for various other military units.
International Business Times
6 days ago
- International Business Times
Fort Stewart on Lockdown After Five Soldiers are Shot at Army Base in Georgia as Gunman Is Arrested
Five soldiers were wounded at Fort Stewart after the base commander at the Georgia Army installation reported an active shooter and placed the sprawling compound on lockdown on Wednesday. The injured soldiers received medical attention at the scene before being taken to Winn Army Community Hospital, according to a Fort Stewart update issued before 1 p.m. The shooting took place in the area of the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team (2ABCT) at the base, which is located roughly 40 miles southwest of Savannah and includes Wright and Evans Army Airfield. Videos shared on social media from the incident showed several soldiers taking cover as the active shooter alert was announced. Shooter Arrested At least five people were shot at Fort Stewart, the largest U.S. Army base east of the Mississippi River X Law enforcement apprehended the shooter, though their identity has not been revealed. President Donald Trump has been informed about the incident, and the White House is closely "monitoring the situation." The lockdown began at 11:04 a.m. in parts of the base, including Wright and Evans Army Airfield and Fort Stewart Schools, with authorities urging everyone on-site to stay inside and lock all doors and windows. Superintendent Brian Perry confirmed in a statement that three on-base schools—Kessler Elementary, Murray Elementary, and Diamond Elementary—were also placed on lockdown due to the incident. "Per DOD alert the commander of Fort Stewart has issued a lock down. Diamond, Kessler, and Murray Schools are all in a lock down at this time. There is no immediate threat to the schools at this time. We will send a message when an all clear is announced." The FBI's Savannah office, part of the Atlanta division, released a statement saying it is aware of the incident and is "coordinating with Army Criminal Investigation Division for any assistance that might be needed." Prayers for Everyone Fort Stewart X Georgia Governor Brian Kemp also issued a statement saying that he was "saddened" by the "tragedy" at Fort Stewart, adding that his administration has been in constant communication with law enforcement officials at the scene. "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 all Georgians do the same." Fort Stewart, located in southeast Georgia, is the largest U.S. Army base east of the Mississippi River, spanning around 280,000 acres (437 square miles—about 93% the size of New York City). It serves as the headquarters for the 3rd Infantry Division and is also used as a training ground for various other military units. The base is home to over 10,000 soldiers, Army civilian personnel, and their families and is located roughly 40 miles southwest of Savannah.
Economic Times
6 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.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
Father accused of killing 3 daughters in Washington served at Fort Benning
Fort Benning confirmed that a man being sought by authorities in Washington in connection with his three daughters' deaths served at the Georgia Army post. Travis Caleb Decker, 32, served at Fort Benning from 2018 to 2020, the Public Affairs Office said. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] He was an infantryman, earning the Expert Infantryman Badge and completing the Airborne course while at Fort Benning. Authorities in Washington state are still searching for Decker one week after he and his daughters didn't return from a planned custody visit, our sister station KIRO reports. Authorities found Becker's three girls dead Monday. The bodies of 9-year-old Paityn, 8-year-old Evelyn and 5-year-old Olivia were discovered Monday near Decker's unoccupied truck near a campground in Leavenworth, Wash., KIRO said. TRENDING STORIES: Peachtree City celebrity alligator 'Flat Creek Floyd' dies after driver hits him 17-year-old missing after boat found circling on Allatoona Lake GA ringleader of fraud scheme sentenced for creating fake recruiting websites to steal identities The attorney for Whitney Decker, Travis Decker's ex-wife, told ABC News that Decker struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder and lacked mental health help. His ex-wife feels the system 'let Travis down,' attorney Arianna Cozart told ABC News. 'If somebody would have provided Travis with the help that he needed, those girls would be alive.' The attorney also told ABC News 'there were no red flags' before he and the girls disappeared. Officials said Decker could be traveling along the famed Pacific Crest Trail, ABC News reports. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Law enforcement officials have warned people in the rural area to keep their windows and doors locked. Deputies with the Chelan County Sheriff's Office in Washington state have released multiple photos and a surveillance video of Decker in the hopes that someone might recognize him, KIRO reports.
