VERNON PARISH LOUISIANA, An active shooter situation was reported Monday at Fort Polk Army installation in Vernon Parish, Louisiana, prompting an immediate emergency response and shelter-in-place orders across the base.
Authorities confirmed that multiple shots were fired on the installation on the afternoon of March 9. Law enforcement and military security personnel quickly responded to the scene as reports of the gunfire spread throughout the base.
Officials urged everyone on the installation to shelter in place while security teams worked to assess and contain the situation. Individuals were advised to remain inside buildings, lock doors, and avoid moving around the base until further instructions are issued.
Emergency alerts sent across the installation warned personnel and residents about the situation and instructed them to follow safety protocols while authorities searched for the suspect or suspects involved.
Military police and other responding law enforcement agencies were deployed throughout the base as the situation developed. At this time, officials have not confirmed whether there are any injuries or whether a suspect has been taken into custody.
Fort Polk Army installation is a major U.S. Army training facility in western Louisiana that houses thousands of soldiers, military families, and civilian employees.
Authorities say additional information will be released once the situation becomes clearer.
This is a developing story. More details will be provided as they become available.
