Five soldiers were shot after an active shooter opened fire at Fort Stewart military base in east Georgia, the Army said.

It remains unclear how many people were injured in the shooting at Fort Stewart military base.

Fort Stewart in Georgia on lockdown due to active shooter, casualties reported, situation ongoing, stay indoors for safety.

Fort Stewart is the largest Army post east of the Mississippi River.

Suspect, who has not been identified, apprehended by law enforcement officials

The gunman was quickly apprehended, the authorities said.