Fort Stewart shooting updates: Five ‘casualties’ reported at Georgia army base on lockdown for ‘active shooter’
A Georgia Army base is on lockdown after five soldiers were shot.
Fort Stewart, located about an hour outside of Savannah, was on lockdown for about an hour on Wednesday morning, officials said. The shooter was reported in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area.
Lieutenant Colonel Angel Tomko told the Associated Press that officials are still assessing the situation. The FBI is also coordinating with the Army Criminal Investigation Division.
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 base east of the Mississippi River. It’s home to thousands of soldiers and their families.
‘Lock out’ status lifted for Fort Stewart schools
Fort Stewart schools are no longer under a “lock out/secure status,” according to Community Superintendent Brian Perry.
“All schools, Diamond, Kessler, and Murray are now in normal operations,” he said. “School dismissal will be at normal time.”
Katie Hawkinson6 August 2025 17:37
Fort Stewart Schools under ‘lock out’
Fort Stewart Schools are now under a “lock out/secure status,” Community Superintendent Brian Perry said, according to WTOC.
“This means NO one will enter or leave the school at this time, however, teaching and learning will continue,” Perry added. “There is NO immediate threat to any of our schools at this time.”
Katie Hawkinson6 August 2025 17:31
Nearby Army Airfield also on lockdown
The nearby Wright and Evans Army Airfield is also on lockdown, according to a statement from Fort Stewart officials.
“Lockdown your facility immediately, stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors,” officials said. “Keep telephone lines open and report accountability to your leadership.”
Katie Hawkinson6 August 2025 17:29
FBI assists with response
The FBI’s office in Savannah, Georgia is coordinating with the Army Criminal Investigation Division to provide assistance.
Katie Hawkinson6 August 2025 17:20
Rep. Buddy Carter issues statement
Georgia Representative Buddy Carter has issued a statement on the shooting.
Katie Hawkinson6 August 2025 17:16
Nearby schools announce lockdown
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.
Students in the Appling County School System are also on a level one lockdown, according to their website.
Katie Hawkinson6 August 2025 17:14
Fort Stewart on lockdown
Fort Stewart, an army base an hour outside of Savannah, Georgia, is now on lockdown due to an active shooter.
“The installation was locked down at 11:04 a.m. and law enforcement is on the scene at the time,” officials said. “Casualties have been reported and the situation is ongoing.”
Katie Hawkinson6 August 2025 17:08
