Fort Stewart active shooter apprehended, 5 soldiers shot at, casualties reported | Latest update

Casualties have been reported following an active shooter situation at the Fort Stewart Army base in Georgia, prompting a temporary lockdown that has since been lifted, officials confirmed on Wednesday. An active shooter opened fire at Fort Stewart in Georgia today, injuring five soldiers, according to a statement from Fort Stewart Hunter Army Airfield.

The incident took place in the area occupied by the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, as confirmed in a Facebook post by the base.

The wounded soldiers received initial medical care on site before being transported to Winn Army Hospital. Officials have confirmed that there is no longer an active threat.

Shooter No Longer a Threat, Law Enforcement Responds

The situation unfolded when authorities at Fort Stewart issued an emergency alert at 11:04 a.m., confirming the presence of an active shooter on the premises. The U.S. Army installation, located about 40 miles southwest of Savannah, Georgia, is home to the 3rd Infantry Division and serves both active and reserve units.

Lt. Col. Angel Tomko of the Fort Stewart Police Department verified the initial lockdown but declined to share further details on the shooter or the specific nature of the casualties. “Casualties have been reported and the situation is ongoing,” read a statement from the official Fort Stewart Hunter Army Airfield Facebook page, as mentioned in a CNN report.

By afternoon, law enforcement officials confirmed that the shooter was no longer a threat. The precise number and severity of injuries remain undisclosed as investigations continue.

FBI, State Officials Monitor Situation Closely

The FBI’s Savannah field office responded swiftly to the incident, coordinating efforts with the Army Criminal Investigation Division to secure the base and assess the threat. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp expressed sorrow over the developments, stating on social media platform X: “We are saddened by today’s tragedy at Ft. Stewart. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and those who serve.”

More than 10,000 people, including soldiers, civilian employees, and family members, reside at Ft. Stewart, making the swift response critical to minimizing risk across the vast installation.

Schools Resume Normal Operations After Lockdown

Three schools located near the base, Diamond, Kessler, and Murray, were temporarily placed under secure status during the incident. Officials have since confirmed that the lockdown has been lifted and that school dismissals will proceed as scheduled.

Authorities have urged patience as further information about the active shooter at Ft. Stewart is expected to be released following ongoing investigation.

How the Fort Stewart Shooting Unfolded: Timeline
Officials provided a detailed timeline of the mass shooting and emergency response at Fort Stewart, as shared in a verified post by Fort Stewart Hunter Army Airfield on Facebook, as mentioned in a CNN report.

Here’s how the events unfolded:

• 10:56 a.m. ET: Law enforcement was dispatched following reports of a possible shooting on base.
  
  
• 11:04 a.m. ET: The base was placed under lockdown.
  
  
• 11:09 a.m. ET: Emergency responders arrived to treat at least five soldiers who had been shot at.
  
  
• 11:35 a.m. ET: The suspected shooter was taken into custody.
  
  
• 12:10 p.m. ET: The lockdown of the main cantonment area was officially lifted.

President Trump briefed about Fort Stewart shooting incident

U.S. President Donald Trump has been briefed on the shooting incident at the Fort Stewart military base in Georgia, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

“The White House is closely monitoring the situation,” Leavitt stated in a post on X.

FAQs

What happened at Fort Stewart Army base?

An active shooter situation occurred at Fort Stewart, Georgia, on Tuesday morning, prompting a temporary lockdown and emergency response from military and federal authorities.

When did the incident take place?

The emergency alert was issued at 11:04 a.m. on Tuesday, when officials confirmed an active shooter was present on the premises.