BREAKING NEWS: Active Shooter Incident Reported at Georgia Military Base
August 6, 2025 | Fort Stewart, GA — By Hood Action News
An active shooter incident unfolded early Wednesday morning at Fort Stewart, one of the largest U.S. Army installations in the southeastern United States. The base was placed on immediate lockdown after reports of gunfire erupted around 6:45 a.m. near the 3rd Infantry Division headquarters.
CONFIRMED DETAILS:
- At least three people are confirmed injured, including two military personnel and one civilian contractor.
- The suspected shooter is a male soldier in his late 20s, assigned to the base. His identity has not yet been released.
- He was taken into custody alive by military police without further violence after a standoff lasting approximately 45 minutes in a motor pool building.
- Emergency crews and medevac helicopters responded rapidly, and the wounded have been airlifted to Winn Army Community Hospital. Their conditions are currently listed as stable.
LOCKDOWN & RESPONSE:
Military police and base emergency services acted swiftly, securing surrounding buildings and issuing alerts via loudspeakers and mobile notifications. All personnel were ordered to shelter in place until the base was declared secure at 8:12 a.m.
A spokesperson for Fort Stewart stated:
“We are cooperating fully with military investigators and federal authorities to determine the motive behind this isolated act of violence. There is no ongoing threat to the base community.”
POSSIBLE MOTIVE:
While the investigation is in its early stages, sources close to the shooter suggest he had recently displayed signs of stress and erratic behavior. It is unclear whether the shooting was targeted or random.
FEDERAL INVOLVEMENT:
The FBI, Department of Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), and ATF have joined the investigation. Military officials are also reviewing the shooter’s psychological history and recent disciplinary records.
COMMUNITY IMPACT:
Fort Stewart houses over 20,000 active-duty personnel. As news of the incident spread, many family members rushed to nearby gates, seeking information about loved ones. Base officials have set up an emergency hotline and family assistance center to provide updates and counseling.
STATEMENT FROM PENTAGON:
Pentagon Press Secretary Lt. Gen. Maria Haskins released a brief statement:
“We are deeply concerned about this morning’s incident at Fort Stewart. We are monitoring the situation closely and are committed to supporting the victims and ensuring the safety of our forces.”
DEVELOPING STORY:
This is a developing story. Updates will follow as more information becomes available.
If you are stationed at Fort Stewart or have information about the incident, contact the base emergency line or Hood Action News at tips@hoodactionnews.com.
