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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) — Five soldiers were injured in a shooting at Fort Stewart military base in the southeastern U.S. state of Georgia on Wednesday, the base said in a statement on social media.
The gunman, Sergeant Cornelius Radford, opened fire on his fellow soldiers at the base with his personal pistol, according to Gen. John Lubas, commander of the 3rd Infantry Division.
"I can confirm that it was not a combat weapon. We believe that it was a personal pistol," D. Lubas said at a press conference.
"We're still not sure of the motive, but again, he's been interviewed by Army investigators and we believe we'll have more information soon," Lubas added.
The shooter had previously been arrested for drunk driving.
"All service members were treated at the scene and transported to Winn Army Hospital for further treatment. There is no threat to the public," the base said in a statement.
All victims are currently in stable condition, officials said.
Fort Stewart is located approximately 40 miles (64 kilometers) southwest of Savannah and is the largest military base east of the Mississippi River.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation in Atlanta said on social media that the investigation into the incident was ongoing. –0–
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