Crime
Active Shooter Investigation Underway at Montgomery Veterans Hospital
No one is injured. No one was shot.
UPDATE: Despite initial reports of an active shooter and a subsequent lockdown at the Montgomery VA Hospital, authorities have confirmed that no weapon was found.
Chief of Staff Chip Hill stated that police leadership has assured him there were no individuals armed with a gun on the premises.
He emphasized that there were no injuries, no shootings, and that the Montgomery Police Department is continuing to support federal counterparts in their ongoing investigation into the initial reports.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is urging the public to avoid the Montgomery VA Hospital on Perry Hill Road due to an ongoing active shooter investigation. The alert was issued via email and social media.
Law enforcement and VA police are on the scene responding to the situation, and all hospital entrances have been temporarily restricted.
To prioritize the safety of everyone in the area, CAVHCS is requesting that all visitors, patients, and staff refrain from entering the hospital grounds until further notice.
“We are working closely with local law enforcement to ensure the safety of everyone on campus,” stated Valerie Russell, Acting Director of CAVHCS. “We will provide updates as more information becomes available.”
Individuals with scheduled appointments or urgent medical needs are advised to contact the hospital by phone to reschedule or seek care at alternative VA facilities. Authorities are expected to release additional details through official channels.
SAN ANTONIO, TX — Two San Antonio police officers were shot during an incident on the city’s West Side Wednesday morning, according to Police Chief William McManus. The suspected gunman is also reported to be down.
The shooting occurred shortly after 8:30 a.m. in the 6800 block of U.S. Highway 90 westbound, near Military Drive, in the parking area of the Travelodge Motel.
Multiple emergency medical units were dispatched to the scene following reports of officers injured by gunfire.
When officers responded to the location, an exchange of gunfire ensued, resulting in both officers being struck.
The suspect was also shot during the confrontation.
The conditions of the officers have not yet been released, and it remains unclear how severe their injuries are.
The access road along U.S. Highway 90 westbound has been closed as police secure the area and conduct a full investigation.
A large law enforcement presence, including tactical and crime scene units, remains on site.
Chief McManus confirmed that additional details will be provided during a scheduled press briefing later today, as investigators work to determine the events leading up to the shooting and whether any additional suspects were involved.
Residents are urged to avoid the area as the investigation remains active.