At Fort Stewart, a U.S. Army base in Georgia, a sergeant opened fire using his personal handgun, injuring five fellow soldiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The base was immediately locked down. Brave soldiers subdued the shooter, who was taken into custody about 40 minutes after the lockdown began.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Three of the injured soldiers have already been released from the hospital, and the others are expected to fully recover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Six soldiers were awarded Meritorious Service Medals for their quick action in stopping the shooter and providing aid to their wounded comrades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This was a serious active shooter incident on U.S. soil, and the suspect is now in custody. Reports highlight the immense bravery of those who acted under fire.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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