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Paratroopers take part in an exercise at Joint Base Charleston, Feb. 1, 2021. Senior Airman Aaron Irvin/U.S. Air Force/Provided

NORTH CHARLESTON — Joint Base Charleston officials said an armed individual was detained July 14 during a "situation" at the Naval Weapons Station. 

Officials reported no one was injured as a result of the situation, and it is currently under investigation. 

An email notification went out to some staff about 2:30 p.m. warning of an active shooter at the base.

A follow-up email was sent minutes later stating an individual was apprehended and no injuries were reported.

It was unclear July 14 what type of weapon the active shooter used, whether the shooter was charged with a crime or whether any equipment was damaged. 

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Steve Garrison covers breaking news and public safety. He's a native of Chicago who previously covered courts and crime in Wisconsin, New Mexico and Indiana. He studied journalism at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the University of Missouri.

Thomas Novelly is a political reporter based in Charleston. He also covers the military community and veterans throughout South Carolina. Previously, he wrote for the Courier Journal in Kentucky. He is a fan of Southern rock, bourbon and horse racing.

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