At least three people are dead at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, several others injured after a shooting at the base. The U.S. Navy confirms the shooter is among the deceased and two deputies are among the wounded. The AP reports:
Area hospital representatives told The Associated Press that at least 11 people were hospitalized, while base remained on lockdown amid a huge law enforcement response.
Five people were taken to Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, hospital spokeswoman Kathy Bowers said. Six more were taken to Ascension Sacred Heart, spokesman Mike Burke said. Neither spokesperson had information on their conditions that they could share with The Associated Press.
A U.S. official says the Florida Naval station shooting suspect was an aviation student from Saudi Arabia and authorities are investigating if the shooting was terrorism-related.
Military from around the globe attend the Naval Air Station in Pensacola.
The shooter opened fire in a classroom building on Friday morning.