Naval Academy lockdown: Midshipman shot amid confusion, investigation underway
The Brief A midshipman was shot during a lockdown at the Naval Academy Thursday night. Officials say the incident was a false alarm sparked by a swatting-style threat. An investigation is underway as visitation remains closed and tensions run high. ANNAPOLIS, Md. - A lockdown at the U.S. Naval Academy Thursday night sparked confusion and fear after reports of an active shooter led to a massive law enforcement response and one midshipman being shot and injured. Officials now say the incident was a false alarm. The lockdown began just after 5 p.m., when Naval Support Activity Annapolis and local police...