Military Base Security

Fort Cavazos Lockdown: False Alarm, Altercation Reported

Fort Cavazos, formerly known as Fort Hood, experienced a significant scare on Saturday when CBS News initially reported a potential active shooter situation and a subsequent base lockdown. This news quickly spread, fueled by anxieties about recent events and a heightened sense of national unease. The initial reports understandably created widespread alarm, given the base’s history and the sensitive timing. However, further investigation revealed a far less dramatic reality.

The situation turned out to be a false alarm. Instead of an active shooter, authorities clarified that the incident involved an altercation between two soldiers at the Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area.… Continue reading