An active shooter situation has been reported in Southport, North Carolina, with authorities confirming injuries, though the exact number remains unknown. The City of Southport issued an alert urging residents to avoid the Southport Yacht Basin area, remain indoors, and report any suspicious activity to 911.
The Brunswick County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office confirmed it is assisting the Southport Police along with multiple agencies. &ldquo;Please keep all those affected, as well as our first responders, in your thoughts and prayers,&rdquo; the department stated.
While chatter on police scanners claimed multiple fatalities, officials have not confirmed this. Reports suggest the shooting may have occurred near the American Fish Company, though police have yet to verify. Witnesses described chaotic scenes, with one unverified account alleging the shooter fired into a crowd from a boat.
Heavy police presence has been captured in videos circulating online, with flashing sirens and emergency vehicles filling the streets. Locals expressed fear and concern for loved ones, with many posting appeals for safety checks on social media.
Southport Police confirmed the shooter has not been detained, and investigations are ongoing. &ldquo;We are still gathering details at this time. There is an unknown number of injuries,&rdquo; the department said.
Southport is located in Brunswick County at the mouth of the Cape Fear River.
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September 28, 2025 | 16:31 IST