By David Aaro, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS)

ATLANTA — Five soldiers were shot at Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia, officials said Wednesday.

The U.S. Army base was placed under lockdown at about 11 a.m. and all gates remain closed. The incident occurred in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area.

WJCL in Savannah said one person was taken into custody .

Personnel were asked to stay inside during the lockdown, which includes the 2ABCT area and the Wright and Evans Army Airfield. The base is near Hinesville, about 40 miles from Savannah.

“Lock down your facility immediately, stay inside, close and lock all windows and doors,“ the post said in a statement. ”Keep telephone lines open and report accountability to your leadership.”

In a statement, Gov. Brian Kemp said his fa

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