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To: All; Godzilla; Jet Jaguar; SandRat

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http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123205516

Individual shot during altercation at MacDill

Posted 5/19/2010 Updated 5/20/2010 Email story Print story

5/19/2010 - MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) — MacDill Air Force Base security forces were alerted to an alleged altercation at approximately 6 p.m. May 19 at the base family camp.

Security forces members responded to the situation, and one of the individuals involved in the altercation fled from the scene on his motorcycle at high speeds.

Security forces Airmen attempted to stop the individual; however, he evaded pursuit and proceeded to one of the base gates. At the gate, he was engaged by law enforcement officials and was shot. Medical crews and investigators responded. No other individuals were injured. The identity of the suspect has not be released.

At this time, there is no indication this act was linked to any sort of terrorist activity.

“Our security forces personnel acted promptly to safeguard the base and its personnel,” said Col. Larry Martin, the 6th Air Mobility Wing commander. “We appreciate the quick and professional cooperation from local law enforcement and fire responders. The incident is under investigation and as more information is available, it will be released.”


441 posted on 05/20/2010 12:43:50 PM PDT by Cindy
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To: Cindy; ExSoldier

Now it has changed to local law enforcement officers. Sounds like a lot of confusion of who’s doing what to whom.


443 posted on 05/20/2010 12:47:56 PM PDT by Godzilla (3-7-77)
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