At Least 4 Dead at Fort Hood Rampage

Four people are confirmed dead and at least 14 people are injured following a shooting at the Fort Hood army post Wednesday evening, according to the House Homeland Security Chair and U.S. Representative from Texas Michael McCaul.

10:05pm Central -- According to medical press conference at Baylor, Scott & White:

--Will treat a total of 9 patients from the Fort.

--All patients in ICU—3 listed in critical condition.

--7 males and 1 female.

--No need for additional blood supplies from public.

--Injuries ranging from mild to life-threatening.

--Two have undergone surgery.

--All injured are believed to be military personnel.

9:58pm Central -- According to military press conference featuring Lt. General Mark A. Milley:

--4pm a solider fired in First Brigade Medical area.

--15 minutes later first responders engaged shooter and later shot self.

--No indication that this incident is related to terrorism. Currently not ruling any motives out.

--ATF, FBI, DPS, Texas Rangers, KPD, Army CID, MPs investigating case.

--Confirmed 3 deaths plus shooter.

--16 injured

--Any information related to incident please contact FBI.

--Had mental health issues and was in diagnosis process for PTSD.

--Will not confirm identity until next-of-kin have been notified.

--Served 4 months in Iraq in 2011—no physical wounds.

--Suspect Opened fire in one building, drove to another in vehicle, was engaged in parking lot by military police.

--Used a .45 caliber Smith & Wesson semi-automatic pistol.

--No confirmation that shooting was caused by argument.

--Arrived at Ft. Hood in Feb 2014 from another military installation.

--14 injuries from gunfire, falls and broken glass.

According to KCEN-NBC Waco:

9:01pm Central --"The big voice has spoken" to indicate that the lockdown on post has been lifted. In addition, local medical providers are announcing that blood supplies remain ample. No immediate need for donations.

According to the Associated Press:

8:42pm Central -- "The Army said on its official Twitter feed that the post was still on lockdown. Injured people were being treated at the post's Carl R. Darnall Medical Center and other local hospitals."

According to Texas Congressman John Carter (R-Ft. Hood) via Fox News Channel:

8:27pm Central -- Alleged shooter Lopez "was in uniform" during act.

According to CBS News:

7:56pm Central -- "Four people are confirmed dead and at least 14 people are injured following a shooting at the Fort Hood army post Wednesday evening, according to the House Homeland Security Chair and U.S. Representative from Texas Michael McCaul."

7:50pm Central -- Summary from initial press conference with Baylor, Scott & White Medical:

--Total of 6 patients being treated for gunshot wounds.

--Cannot offer specifics on number of male/female patients.

--Cannot offer range of severity per patient.

--Wounds reported in chest, abdomen, neck and face.

Statement from Texas Governor Rick Perry:

7:45pm Central -- “Today, Ft. Hood was once again stricken by tragedy. As Texans, our first priority must be caring for the victims and their families. Ft. Hood has proven its resilience before, and will again. Texas will support those efforts in any way we can, with any resources necessary. The thoughts and prayers of all Texans are with everyone affected by this tragedy.”

Statement from U.S. Senator John Cornyn:

7:44pm Central -- “Tonight, Texans’ hearts are once again very heavy. The scenes coming from Ft. Hood today are sadly too familiar and still too fresh in our memories. No community should have to go through this horrific violence once, let alone twice. I ask that all Americans join Sandy and me in praying for the victims, their families and the entire Ft. Hood community.”

According to KCEN-NBC Waco:

7:25pm Central -- "We are hearing that the post lockdown has been lifted."

According to the Associated Press:

7:23pm Central -- "President Barack Obama says the government will get to the bottom of what happened in a shooting incident at Fort Hood.

"Obama says he's following the situation closely but that the situation is fluid. He says officials are doing everything they can to make sure everyone is secure.

"Obama says the incident brings back painful memories of the 2009 mass shooting at Fort Hood. He says, quote, "We're heartbroken that something like this might've happened again."

"Obama says people at Ford Hood have sacrificed so much for freedom and their sense of safety has been broken once again.

"Obama's comments come as U.S. officials say one person is dead and 14 wounded at the Texas Army base.

"Obama spoke at a restaurant in Chicago where he held a fundraiser."

According to CBS News:

7:18pm Central -- "Sources told CBS News identified the shoot as 34-year-old soldier Ivan Lopez. A source said the violence apparently stemmed from some sort of soldier dispute."

Statement from U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX):

7:15pm Central -- “My prayers are with all in the Fort Hood community who have been impacted by today’s shooting, including first responders who have been actively working to move people out of harm’s way and secure the area. Our office will continue to closely monitor the situation and stands ready to offer assistance as necessary.”

According to CBSDFW:

7:02pm Central -- "CBS’s David Martin reports the shooter was a soldier."

According to KCEN-NBC:

"Press conference scheduled for 7:45pm Central time."

According to the Fort Hood Press Center:

6:50pm Central -- "UPDATE: Fort Hood's Directorate of Emergency Services has an initial report that a shooter is dead but this is unconfirmed.

"The injured personnel are being transported to Carl R. Darnall Medical Center and other local hospitals. Numerous law enforcement agencies are in support and on the scene. The number of injured are not confirmed at this time. No further details are known at this time.

"The post is currently still on lock down."