Six unarmed soldiers are being praised for their bravery in tackling and subduing a shooter at Fort Stewart , Georgia. The incident occurred on Wednesday (August 6), when an active-duty sergeant, Quornelius Samentrio Radford , allegedly opened fire , injuring five fellow service members. Two of the wounded soldiers remain hospitalized, while three have been released.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll honored the soldiers for their quick response. One soldier tackled Radford, while another jumped on top of him to subdue him. Four others provided aid to the injured.

Staff Sgt. Melissa Taylor , one of the six soldiers awarded a medal for her actions , described the chaotic scene. She was in her office when she heard gunshots and saw smoke in the hallway. "I immediately sprinted ov

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