Escambia County authorities respond to active shooter threat at Corry Station
Law enforcement responded swiftly Thursday morning to reports of an active shooter at Corry Station, located within Escambia County. The incident triggered a massive response, including both local and military officials, but the situation was later deemed unfounded.
At approximately 10 a.m. on Thursday, Escambia County authorities and NAS Pensacola Security Forces were alerted to an armed disturbance at Corry Station. Early reports indicated gunshots had been heard within the building, prompting a swift and large-scale law enforcement response. Despite the urgency, authorities later confirmed no signs of an active shooter or injuries at the scene.
Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons provided an update around 11:15 a.m., assuring the public that after conducting a thorough sweep of the edifice, no evidence of an active threat was found. The local enforcer emphasized that while no one had been damaged, law enforcement remained on the scene for further investigation and precautionary measures. "We are double-checking and clearing the building once again," said Simmons.
What triggered the response to the armed disturbance at Corry Station?
The violent altercation at Corry Station in Escambia County sparked a rapid response from local law enforcement and Naval Air Station Pensacola Security Forces. A call at 10 a.m. reported three gunshots inside the building. In response deputies, Pensacola Police, and military personnel arrived at the scene. “Our Security team is responding swiftly and expertly with our local law enforcement partners,” said Capt. Chandra Newman from NAS Pensacola. The area was locked down, and nearby roads were closed as regulators assessed the situation.
Sheriff Chip Simmons clarified that no active shooter was found. "We have done a sweep of the building, the entire building, and we saw no signs of an active shooter,” confirmed. While no harm was reported, Simmons declared that additional sweeps were underway to ensure safety. He also reassured everyone that every precaution was being taken, with response teams continuing to clear the área.
How did NAS Pensacola and authorities manage the potential incident?
NAS Pensacola, in coordination with crime prevention officers, speedily responded to the incident at the military base in Florida. The Naval Air Station urged those present in the location to follow directions from the camp's Navy Security Forces. This collaborative effort was vital in managing the threat while keeping both service members and the public safe.
As the investigation continued, NAS Pensacola reassured that it was working closely in partnership with agencies. Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons commented, “We have zero injuries, but we are double-checking and clearing the building once again to ensure everything is safe.” The teams remained on-site, thoroughly inspecting the premises to guarantee there were no remaining concerns.