“All Clear” Given at Naval Base After Active Shooter Report Deemed a Hoax

Overview / Lede

Naval Base Ventura County was placed on lockdown for the second time in weeks after a reported active threat at its medical clinic was ultimately deemed a hoax.

Lockdown and Emergency Response

A “seek shelter” order was issued just before 9:30 a.m.

Multiple tactical and military units responded.

Personnel were ordered to shelter in place base-wide.

Search and Surveillance

AIR7 cameras captured a heavy law enforcement presence outside the clinic.

Parking lots and buildings were systematically cleared.

No suspect or victims were located.

All Clear and Operational Status

The lockdown was lifted after approximately 45 minutes.

Base gates and operations gradually returned to normal.

Officials emphasized there was never an active threat.

Swatting Investigation

Investigators believe the call may qualify as criminal swatting.

Federal authorities are involved due to military infrastructure targeting.

The incident remains under active investigation.