Crime
Armed person reported in the vicinity of the 82nd Airborne Division, XVIII Airborne Corps & Fort Liberty says
Fort Liberty officials issued a statement confirming they are aware of a situation involving an armed individual in the vicinity of the 82nd Airborne Division.
The XVIII Airborne Corps at Fort Liberty acknowledged the situation in an official statement, stating they are “aware of an armed individual in the 82nd Airborne Division area.”
Emergency services have described the situation as “active but contained,” indicating that while the individual has not yet been apprehended, there is no immediate threat to the wider community.
Emergency responders and military law enforcement have been deployed to the scene. Security measures have been heightened across the installation to ensure the safety of personnel and operations.
Fort Liberty’s leadership is closely coordinating with emergency services to address the ongoing situation.
Additional details regarding the armed individual, their identity, or potential motive have not yet been disclosed.
While officials have not issued a lockdown for the installation, they are urging all personnel and residents to remain vigilant and adhere to any directives from emergency services or military police.
Further updates will be provided as the situation develops. Fort Liberty has emphasized its commitment to the safety and security of its personnel and surrounding community.
For ongoing information, individuals are advised to monitor official channels and report any suspicious activity immediately to Fort Liberty’s emergency hotline.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.