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Report of shots fired at San Diego navy medical centre Search of San Diego hospital finds no evidence of shooting
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A witness reported hearing three gun shots at a California naval hospital, prompting a large response from police. A witness reported hearing three gun shots at a California naval hospital, but a search of the complex found no sign of a gunman.
The reported shots were heard in the basement of Building 26 of Naval Medical Center in San Diego, California. The report prompted a large police response and the Naval Medical Center in San Diego was locked down for hours.
First responders and Navy units are on the scene clearing the building, which houses injured soldiers, the Navy confirmed in a statement. The hospital had warned of an active shooter situation, advising people in the area to "run, hide or fight".
The hospital's Facebook page warned of a possible active shooter situation. However, a search by police dogs and other personnel found no evidence that shooting took place.
The message advised people in the area to "run, hide or fight". The reported shots were heard in the basement of Building 26, which acts a barracks for injured service members.
There have been no reports of injuries, and an initial sweep of the building shows no evidence of a shooting. Naval dogs are doing a second search.
The hospital complex is on lockdown and those inside have been ordered to "shelter in place", the Navy said.
With over 6,500 personnel, the hospital serves wounded soldiers and serves as a training facility for nursing schools in the area.With over 6,500 personnel, the hospital serves wounded soldiers and serves as a training facility for nursing schools in the area.
All personnel have been asked to stay away from the building.
Local and military law enforcement and highway patrol are on the scene.