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Driver detained at Naval Base Coronado gate

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CORONADO, Calif. (KGTV) -- A driver was detained late Tuesday evening after military officials said he tried to enter Naval Base Coronado property without authorization.

The incident occurred at around 10:15 p.m. at the Stockdale Boulevard gate at Naval Air Station North Island, near Third Street and Alameda Boulevard.

Kevin Dixon, with Naval Base Coronado Public Affairs, said a vehicle tried to enter the base but was stopped by barriers.

Dixon confirmed the driver was detained, but no other information on the incident was released.

The investigation forced the closure of the gate for several hours.

There were no reported injuries to any military personnel.