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Investing.com -- Five U.S. soldiers were shot and wounded at Fort Stewart military base in Georgia on Wednesday, with the suspected shooter now in custody, according to Army officials.
The soldiers received initial treatment at the scene before being transported to Winn Army Community Hospital for further care. Military authorities have not released details about the victims’ conditions.
Fort Stewart officials confirmed in a Facebook (NASDAQ:META) post that "there is no active threat to the community." Law enforcement responded to shooting reports in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area at 10:56 a.m. ET. The base was locked down shortly after 11:04 a.m., and the suspect was apprehended at 11:35 a.m.
The Army has not disclosed information about the suspect, including whether the individual is military personnel.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp expressed his sadness about the incident on social media platform X, stating that he and his family are "keeping the victims, their families, and all those who answer the call to serve in our hearts and prayers."
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