Two days after a deadly shooting gripped Fort Stewart Military Base, local lawmakers have stepped forward to express their solidarity and sorrow in the aftermath of the tragedy. On Wednesday, the base was abruptly thrust into chaos, going into lockdown near 11 a.m. after shots broke out, leading to as-yet undisclosed casualties. Senators Ben Watson (R–Savannah) and Derek Mallow (D–Savannah) united to deliver a statement mourning the event, indicating, “Today’s shooting at Fort Stewart is heartbreaking for Coastal Georgia, military members and their families,” as noted by the Georgia State Senate Press Office.
Known for their bipartisan efforts, Watson and Mallow highlighted in their statement the community’s unwavering support for public safety and military personnel, while calling for prayers for those affected by the shooting and acknowledging the prompt action of law enforcement, “We thank every local and state law enforcement member who quickly secured the base and neutralized a dangerous situation,” the statement released to the press. The investigation into the shooting involves both federal and military agencies, with the FBI’s Savannah office working in concert with the Army Criminal Investigation Division to unearth the circumstances that led to the fatal event, as detailed by the Georgia State Senate Press Office…