The U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, is under lockdown following a shooting incident involving a midshipman who had been expelled from the institution. Multiple victims were reported, with at least one in critical condition and transported via medevac to a hospital.

Sources within the academy confirmed the shooter returned to campus armed, opening fire inside Bancroft Hall, where midshipmen reside. A Navy official stated the shooter was “knocking on doors pretending to be a military policeman,” prompting an emergency response.

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro and Defense Secretary Doug Hegseth were briefed on the situation, with officials emphasizing the lockdown as a precautionary measure. Local law enforcement and Naval Support Activity Annapolis are coordinating efforts to address the ongoing crisis.

A former student described the emotional impact on those inside the academy, noting the building’s significance as a “home” for thousands of individuals. Updates remain pending as authorities continue assessing the scene.