Emergency responders responded to a report of an active shooter in the National Air and Space Intelligence Center in Area A.
By REUTERS
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force(photo credit: GetArchive)
Wright-Patterson Air Force base in Ohio is on lockdown following a report of an active shooter at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center of the base, 88th Air Base Wing said late Thursday.
“We understand there are concerns and questions,” tweeted the Wright Patterson Air Force Base twitter. “Our first priority is to protect our people.”
Emergency responders are reportedly sweeping the base. No confirmations have been made yet regarding the scope of the event, the identity of the shooter or whether there are any casualties.
“At approximately 9:25pm, emergency responders responded to a report of an active shooter in the National Air and Space Intelligence Center in Area A at WPAFB. Security Forces are currently sweeping the building,” 88th Air Base Wing said in a tweet.
Officials asked everyone present to shelter and remain indoors.
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