🚨 Incident Overview
On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) in New Jersey was placed on lockdown at approximately 11:00 AM following reports of gunfire. The base instructed all personnel to "take cover" and initiated emergency protocols. An "all clear" was issued about an hour later, confirming no active shooter threat was found. The lockdown was lifted at 11:57 AM, and normal operations resumed shortly thereafter.
🔍 Cause of the Lockdown
The lockdown was triggered by gunshots heard during a scheduled training exercise. Witnesses mistook the sounds for an active shooter situation and alerted authorities, prompting a swift response from base security and local law enforcement. Upon investigation, it was determined that the noise originated from the training activity, leading to the premature lockdown.
🛡️ Base Security and Response
JB MDL is the largest military facility in New Jersey, housing over 42,000 military and civilian personnel across its McGuire, Dix, and Lakehurst sections. The base's emergency response teams, in coordination with local law enforcement, acted promptly to ensure the safety and security of all personnel. Colonel Michael Stefanovic, the base commander, emphasized the priority of safety and the effectiveness of the coordinated response.
📍 About Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
Located approximately 18 miles southeast of Trenton, JB MDL is a tri-service base supporting the Army, Navy, and Air Force. It serves as a critical hub for military operations, training, and logistics. The base is also home to the Joint Training and Training Development Center (JT2DC), which provides advanced simulation training for military personnel and law enforcement agencies.
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