A peaceful morning at Fort Stewart Army Base in Georgia turned chaotic on August 6, 2025, when 28-year-old soldier Quornelius Radford opened fire on fellow troops, injuring five. The attack prompted an immediate lockdown, and Radford was apprehended within 39 minutes. The wounded soldiers were quickly taken to hospitals, with three undergoing surgery and all expected to recover. President Donald Trump addressed the nation hours later, calling the act an “atrocity” and promising full prosecution.

Authorities confirmed Radford used a personal, unauthorized handgun in the shooting, which took place in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area. Fellow soldiers bravely tackled him before law enforcement intervened. While no motive has been officially released, Radford was known to have a prior DUI arrest in May 2025, though he had no other documented behavioral issues. He remains in pre-trial confinement while military investigators gather evidence.

Witnesses, including a Burger King manager on base, described the fear and confusion as employees hid in a safe room during the lockdown. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and military officials praised the quick-thinking soldiers who helped stop the shooter, crediting them with preventing further casualties. Brigadier General John Lubas emphasized that the base’s security measures were effective and that the wounded are stable and receiving care.

The incident at Fort Stewart unfolded amid broader national concerns, as President Trump also issued warnings regarding a tsunami threat caused by a massive earthquake in the Pacific. While addressing two very different emergencies, Trump urged Americans to remain vigilant and united in the face of crisis, as emergency efforts and investigations continue across multiple fronts.