Fort Stewart Internal Attack—Five Soldiers Wounded by a Coworker

The sacred trust within the military community was shattered when an active shooter incident forced a shelter-in-place order on the sprawling Fort Stewart installation. The sight of a major U.S. Army base—a place built on duty and mutual protection—going into a full lockdown because of an internal threat is deeply disturbing. This attack, which wounded five fellow soldiers, represents a profound violation of the bond that ties service members together, turning an area of work and community into a sudden battleground of fear and survival.

The Heroism Under Fire: Soldiers Subdue the Threat

The casualty count would undoubtedly have been much higher were it not for the extraordinary bravery of the uninjured soldiers who were nearby. These heroes, without hesitation, immediately and without arms tackled the armed assailant, disarming him and holding him until law enforcement could take custody. Their decisive, split-second action saved lives and ensured that the initial, terrifying report of an active shooter was quickly contained. Their valor embodies the highest ideals of the Army, even as they faced a threat from within their own ranks.

The Scars Remain: Healing the Physical and Emotional Wounds

While we are profoundly grateful that all five wounded soldiers are stable and expected to recover, the emotional wounds from such a betrayal and attack will be long-lasting. The investigation into Sgt. Quornelius Radford and the charges of attempted murder will proceed, but the focus remains on the victims and their families. This incident forces the entire military community to confront the growing crisis of internal violence, a problem that erodes the foundation of trust upon which military life is built.

Honouring Fort Stewart: Standing with the Wounded

We extend our deepest respect and prayers to the five soldiers wounded in this attack and their families. We honor the heroism of the troops who intervened and demand that the base leadership address the systemic issues that allowed this tragedy to unfold. May the Fort Stewart community find strength in its unity as it works to heal the visible and invisible scars left by this shocking violation.