One Killed, One Wounded in Shooting at Holloman Air Force Base
Military officials say one person was killed and another wounded Tuesday in a shooting at Holloman Air Force Base near Alamogordo in southern New Mexico, prompting an active‑shooter lockdown that began around 5:30 p.m. Base authorities said emergency personnel responded, the wounded individual was taken for medical treatment, and the installation has since been declared safe with the lockdown lifted. Officials have not released the identities of those shot or explained the circumstances of the incident, including whether the shooter is among the victims or in custody. Holloman, a roughly 93‑square‑mile installation that houses the 49th Wing and supports national security missions with combat‑ready airmen and guardians, is now expected to face a formal security and law‑enforcement investigation, with social media already reflecting concern from military families about on‑base safety and communication during the lockdown.
📌 Key Facts
- Shooting occurred Tuesday at Holloman Air Force Base near Alamogordo, New Mexico.
- One person was killed and one person was wounded and taken for medical treatment.
- The base was placed on lockdown around 5:30 p.m. for an active‑shooter report and later declared safe, with the lockdown lifted.
- Officials have not yet released victim identities or further details about the shooter or motive.
- Holloman AFB houses the 49th Wing and combat‑ready airmen and guardians on a 93‑square‑mile installation.
📊 Relevant Data
In 2023, the racial composition of active-duty US Air Force members was 69.7% White, 15.2% Black or African American, 4.7% Asian, 1.2% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, 0.8% American Indian or Alaska Native, 5.3% Multi-racial, and 3.1% Other/Unknown.
2024 USAF & USSF Almanac: DOD Personnel — Air & Space Forces Magazine
In 2023, active-duty military suicide rates were 29.0 per 100,000 for White service members, 23.7 per 100,000 for Black or African American service members, and 38.4 per 100,000 for Asian/Pacific Islander service members, with an overall rate of 28.2 per 100,000.
Annual Report on Suicide in the Military: Calendar Year 2023 — Department of Defense
There have been at least 20 documented shootings on U.S. military bases since 1993, often involving workplace violence, domestic disputes, or isolated incidents.
Fort Stewart shooting is the latest attack at a U.S. military base — CBC News
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