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Active shooter in residential area of Fort Stewart, officials say

FORT STEWART, Ga. (WTOC) – [UPDATE 5:26 p.m.] The shelter in place order has been lifted, according to Fort Stewart officials.

However, a law enforcement presence remains. Fort Stewart asks for individuals to avoid the area of Bryan Village as there is still an ongoing incident in that area.

[ORIGINAL STORY] There is currently an active shooter in a residential area of Fort Stewart.

The Hinesville Police Department confirmed this news to WTOC in a phone call just now.

Residents should remain inside their homes and everyone else should avoid the area, if possible.

A shelter in place has been issued on Fort Stewart, according to a social media post. Law enforcement are currently on scene.

Fort Stewart asks individuals to stay indoors and to follow the official Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield channels for updates.

WTOC has a team on the way to the scene and is working to learn more about the situation. This page will be updated as that information becomes available.

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