At least seven people are dead and 12 wounded in a shooting at Fort Hood in Texas, the base’s public affairs office told NBC News on Thursday.
The official would not give his name nor additional details. It was unknown whether victims are soldiers or civilians. One gunman was reportedly in custody and another was on the loose, NBC News said. A third shooter may be involved, according to NBC News affiliate KCEN, which said the person had opened fire on the SWAT team at the base.
This is all the information that is available right now.
Updated 4:15 PM
According to the AP, 7 are dead and 20 are wounded. Also, it’s being reported (no link yet) that all victims and shooters are military members and that the shooters were in uniform. One is reported to be in custody and one still on the loose.