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Fort Stewart shooting: Soon after, authorities issued a lockdown in Georgia's Fort Stewart on Wednesday; an active shooter alert was confirmed

Updated on: Aug 6, 2025, 21:58:08 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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Fort Stewart shooting: Soon after, authorities issued a lockdown alert in Georgia's Fort Stewart on Wednesday, Fox News confirmed multiple people were hurt in a potential mass shooting incident. Videos posted on social media showed soldiers running for shelter.

An active shooter alert was issued in Fort Stewart, Georgia on Wednesday (Unsplash)

While authorities have not confirmed any specifics yet, locals posted about two potential shooters at the scene. “One of them is arrested,” one person noted on X, platform formerly known as Twitter.

“The Commander has issued a Lock Down in the 2ABCT area in place order for Fort Stewart including Wright and Evans Army Airfield. Lockdown your facility immediately, stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors. Keep telephone lines open and report accountability to your leadership. For information updates monitor social media outlets,” Hunter Army Airfield confirmed on social media.

Governor Brian Kemp has put out a statement on social media, saying: “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.”

“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,” he added.

Liberty County Schools issued a Soft Lockdown notification. “In response to the active shooter incident on Fort Stewart, the following Liberty County Schools have been placed on a soft lockdown out of an abundance of caution: Button Gwinnett Elementary, Joseph Martin Elementary, Snelson Golden Middle School.”

“We are continuing to work closely with law enforcement to ensure the safety of our students and staff. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and support as we prioritize the safety of our campuses,” it read.

Meanwhile, the FBI's Atlanta office said it is coordinating with the military amid a shooting at Fort Stewart in Georgia. Officials, as per reports, said that at least four people have been transported to hospitals.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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