This afternoon, Fort Stewart — one of the largest and most secure U.S. Army bases — was placed on full lockdown following reports of an active shooter inside the facility.
Sources inside the base confirm that armed personnel are sheltering in place, and multiple casualties have been reported. Chilling footage and audio from the scene reveal soldiers shouting orders to “get down,” gunfire echoing through the compound, and growing confusion over how an attacker bypassed Fort Stewart’s extensive security measures.
Located in Georgia, Fort Stewart is renowned for its stringent security protocols, raising urgent questions:
How did a gunman penetrate one of America’s most fortified military installations?
Was this a lone wolf? An insider threat? A deliberate test of defenses? Or something even more sinister?
As of now, military police and emergency teams are conducting a thorough sweep of the area. Families of base personnel have been advised to stay off base and await further information.
This is a rapidly unfolding situation — one that marks a rare and deeply unsettling breach on American soil. Armed soldiers are currently hiding for their lives inside a key military facility.
Stay vigilant. Stay informed. This story is far from over.
UPDATE: Five Soldiers Injured in Fort Stewart Active Shooter Incident — Suspect in Custody
Fort Stewart, GA — What began as a frightening lockdown has now been confirmed as a targeted shooting within the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area.
An official statement from Fort Stewart confirms:
- Five soldiers were wounded during the incident around 11 a.m.
- The suspect has been apprehended.
- All injured soldiers received prompt medical attention on-site and were transported to Winn Army Community Hospital.
- Authorities confirm there is no ongoing threat to the base or surrounding community.
In a statement posted on Facebook, Fort Stewart officials said:
“Five Soldiers were injured today in an active shooter incident in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area. All were treated on-site and moved to Winn Army Community Hospital for further treatment. There is no active threat to the community.”
We will continue to provide updates, video, and on-the-ground reports as more details emerge.
This latest incident has reignited serious concerns about base security and how an armed suspect was able to carry out a shooting inside one of America’s most secure military installations.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely. Our thoughts and prayers are with the wounded and everyone affected by this tragedy.
This is a developing story — please stay tuned and refresh for updates.