Shooting at Kirtland Air Force Base Results in Death and Injury of Airmen
A shooting incident at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico leaves one airman dead and another wounded, with investigations ongoing.
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A shooting at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico early Saturday led to one airman’s death and another’s injury. The incident, which occurred around 2 a.m., is not believed to involve an external threat. FBI and local authorities are investigating, but details remain scarce. The injured airman was hospitalized but has since been released. Safety measures are in effect at the base, with certain areas closed during the investigation.
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The shooting incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
No, the shooting incident was not believed to be an external threat or an act of terrorism.
The injured airman received a nonfatal gunshot wound to the hand and was released from the hospital with no life-threatening injuries.
The investigation involves the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, the FBI, and the Albuquerque Police Department.
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