Lockdown Lifted at Fort Polk After No Active Threat Confirmed A lockdown at Fort Polk was officially lifted this afternoon, with officials confirming there is no active threat to the public. The military installation, located in Vernon Parish, Louisiana, had its gates locked down earlier in the day as a precautionary measure. According to Vernon Parish Sheriff Sam Craft, who spoke with KALB in Alexandria, there was no danger on the base, and reports of a shooting were not credible. Craft emphasized that the base is now resuming normal operations. All entrances have been reopened and are functioning as usual. Authorities did not release further details about the incident or the investigation into the initial lockdown. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The situation is currently under review by local law enforcement and military officials. The decision to lift the lockdown came after a thorough assessment of the circumstances, with no evidence of an ongoing threat. Residents in the surrounding area were advised to remain vigilant but are no longer under any immediate risk. The military installation continues to monitor the situation closely.#fort_polk #vernon_parish #kalb #louisiana #sheriff_sam_craft
