ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Naval Academy in Annapolis is on lockdown after shots were reportedly fired on the campus Thursday afternoon.
Multiple sources inside the U.S. Naval Academy told FOX News that the lockdown happened after a midshipman who had been kicked out of the school returned to campus armed with a gun.
Shots fired on campus
What we know:
Reports about the lockdown began to come in around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Sources say gunshots were heard inside Bancroft Hall, which houses the midshipmen.
It’s also reported that the alleged shooter has been knocking on doors on the campus, pretending to be a military member.
In a statement, the U.S. Academy Public Affairs Office said, “Naval Support Activity Annapolis, in coordination with local law enforcement, is currently responding to reports of threats made to the Naval Academy. The base is on lockdown out of an abundance of caution. This is a developing situation and we will provide updates as they become available.”
No details on alleged shooter
What we don’t know:
Officials have not provided any information on potential injuries but FOX 5’s SkyCam captured video of an individual on a gurney.
The identity of the suspect has not yet been confirmed and the exact motive is unclear.
Where is the U.S. Naval Academy?
Annapolis, Md.:
The United States Naval Academy is located in Annapolis, Md., which is the capital of the state.
Annapolis is located in the southeastern part of the state, on Chesapeake Bay.
This is a breaking shooting. Check back for updates.
