Multiple soldiers shot, shooter apprehended after incident at Fort Stewart
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- Five soldiers shot at Fort Stewart; shooter apprehended by 11:35 a.m.; all victims hospitalized for treatment.
- Active shooter incident occurred at 2nd ABCT complex on August 6; main base lockdown lifted at 12:10 p.m.
Multiple soldiers have been shot, and the shooter behind it has been apprehended, following gunfire on Fort Stewart.
Fort Stewart police, and multiple nearby agencies in the city of Hinesville and Liberty County, were dispatched to the 2nd ABCG complex on Fort Stewart around 10:56 A.M. on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. The installation was locked down at 11:04 a.m.
Five soldiers were shot in the active shooter incident. All five soldiers were treated on-site and moved to Winn Army Community Hospital for further treatment.
According to Fort Stewart, the shooter was apprehended at 11:35 a.m. Fort Stewart lifted the lockdown of the main cantonment area at 12:10 p.m. 2nd ABCT complex is still locked down.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp stated his office remains in close contact with law enforcement on the ground. “Marty, the girls, and I are saddened by today’s tragedy at Ft. Stewart,” Kemp added. “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.”
The Federal Bureau of Investigation – Atlanta Bureau confirmed they were aware of the situation and is coordinating with the Army Criminal Investigations Division for assistance that might be needed.
CNN has reported that President Donald J. Trump is aware of the situation.
The incident remains under investigation. This is a developing story.
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