Mojave Desert, CA – Chaos erupted in the Mojave Desert early this morning as a coordinated attack by ape forces decimated the human research facility known as Site 11. Initial reports indicate significant casualties among security personnel and scientists, while the ape forces, led by Caesar, remain at large and are believed to be regrouping in the surrounding mountains.

The assault, which began approximately 03:15 PST, was described by eyewitnesses – primarily surviving security guards – as “terrifyingly precise.” Rather than a disorganized charge, the apes utilized a complex strategy, employing coordinated maneuvers and exploiting weaknesses in the facility’s perimeter defenses. Multiple armored vehicles were overturned, and several sections of the facility’s outer walls were breached with what appears to be a combination of brute strength and meticulously planned demolition.

“They weren’t just throwing themselves at us,” stated Sergeant Miller, one of the last survivors pulled from the wreckage. “They knew where to hit. They knew how to use the terrain. It was… calculated. Like they’d studied us.” Miller, visibly shaken, added, “They weren’t driven by rage, not entirely. There was… purpose. A chilling, undeniable purpose.”

The motive behind the attack remains unclear, although analysts speculate it could be directly linked to Caesar’s ongoing efforts to secure a permanent, self-governing territory for the ape species. Dr. Evelyn Reed, a primate behavior specialist who had been working at Site 11, offered a grim assessment. “This isn’t random violence,” she stated via a satellite phone connection before losing contact. “Caesar has consistently demonstrated an ability to learn and adapt. He’s been observing us, studying our patterns. This feels like the culmination of that observation – a statement, a demand.”

Military response is currently underway, with Apache helicopters and armored infantry units deployed to track the ape forces. However, the vastness of the desert and the apes’ apparent familiarity with the terrain are presenting significant challenges. Authorities are urging the public to remain indoors and avoid the area. The situation is fluid and developing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.