A young soldier found dead at Fort Hood has been identified, but his cause of death remains hidden. I love you. A Fort Hood soldier died from a bullet wound to her head after another soldier who is the father of her child shot her following an altercation at a nightclub in Killeen, Texas, according. As a result, he said, lower-level unit commanders didnt encourage service members to report assaults, and in many cases were shaming victims or were actually the perpetrators themselves. 2. 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He declined to identify that person, but said it was not Robinson, the soldier investigators say killed her. Sign up to receive a daily email of today's top military news stories from Stars and Stripes and top news outlets In 2019, Hagan was found dead in his truck in Killeen, Texas . Gallantry: Biden presents Medal of Honor to retired Army Col. Paris Davis for his heroics in Vietnam, US to send bridge-launching vehicles for tank deployments to Ukraine in new $400M aid package, Japan complains to US over Utah senators remarks on imprisoned Navy officer, Military, VA provide troops, vets more gun safety options to help reduce suicides, Pentagon tells service members to stop displaying giant US flags at major events, K-Town Now features the latest news from the Kaiserslautern Military Community. It is very emotional for me to re-read everything we have had to go through and to re-read certain things stated in favor of the Army, Mayra Guilln said. The investigation, led by Gen. John Murray, head of Army Futures Command, concluded that Guilln was sexually harassed by another soldier a charge that commanders at the base denied for months. Lenz was found dead on Feb. 1 at his barracks on Fort Hood. She was then airlifted to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple. News of the deceased service member comes as the military installation is grappling with dozens of deaths and disappearances involving a number of service members assigned to the base in recent years, which is located just outside Killeen, Texas. Its horrible, and most days I cry, she said. KILLEEN, Texas Spc. Discovery Company. Its heartbreaking and frustrating for all of us.. The indictment by a grand jury was filed in the US District Court for the Western District of Texas. Sewell is the latest soldier to disappear from the base after a series of soldiers disappeared in the past few years. The family has identified the soldier who harassed her as Sgt. Threats of harming another Lupe and Mayra Guilln told the AP that they were disappointed to see that some of the people responsible would only receive reprimands and would have the chance to defend themselves against the actions. The panel's chairman told members of Congress in a hearing earlier this year that the base leadership was focused on military readiness, and completely and utterly neglected the sexual assault prevention program. AUSTIN, Texas (Tribune News Service) The U.S. Army identified a soldier found dead behind his company barracks at Fort Hood last week as 26-year-old Spc. The punishments, which include firing eight senior commanders, are the latest Army moves in response to Guilln's disappearance and death, which brought to light widespread leadership failures at a base that had high rates of sexual assault, harassment, drug use and other problems. As weeks turned into months, Taylor said her grief is beginning to turn into anger at Fort Hoods inaction. Martinez was struck in the head with a bullet and driven to Seton Medical Center in Harker Heights, according to the court document. Story tips can be sent tolouis.casiano@fox.com. Cecily Ann Aguilar, who was arrested last year by Texas Rangers in connection with the disappearance of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen, is facing an 11-count indictment for her alleged role in . Vanessa Guillen's death, along with the deaths of several other soldiers shed light on major issues at Fort Hood and some families say they have tried to share their concerns for years. Martinez and Mosley ran into each other Sept. 4 while out with friends at a nightclub, and a fight led to Mosley following Martinez after she left the club and shooting her in the head, according to a court affidavit for Mosleys arrest. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. We hope that you continue to enjoy our free content. This is an active investigation and further details will not be disclosed at this time in order to protect the integrity of the investigation. Mosley, who is assigned to Fort Hood, was arrested and charged Sept. 5, and he has been held at Bell County Jail with bond set at $505,000, according to jail records. Its those who take extreme positions and then act on those extreme ideologies that we have to worry about, he stressed. It doesnt seem important until its your child.. "They just kept giving him medication, medication, medication," she said in an . The Herald also asked Army officials what Fort Hood has done about the case. By Haley Britzky | Published Apr 30, 2021 5:34 PM EDT. Also, in a new revelation, an Army report blamed the military for allowing Guillns killer to escape from custody and ultimately kill himself. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Authorities suspect a fellow Fort Hood soldier, Spc. Police found multiple spent 9 mm shell casings at the site of the shooting and found multiple bullet holes in the vehicle the woman was in, according to the affidavit. Instead, it said Robinson sexually harassed another soldier. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The U.S. Army announced Saturday that a soldier was found dead in the company barracks. Robinson killed himself July 1 as police were trying to take him into custody. When asked for a comment Thursday, Cruzs office did not respond by deadline Friday. A Killeen man was arrested and charged in a shooting that occurred Saturday morning in the 100 block of W. Elms Road. Officers inspected the red Dodge at the hospital and observed it to have several apparent bullet holes in the hood and passenger side of the vehicle. Gen. James McConville, the Army chief of staff, said in December that White was not punished because he was deployed to Iraq as the commander there for much of the year, and wasnt at the base. We Have Won!! My son loved the Army. appreciated. He will truly be missed. Maxwell Hockin, was found dead outside his company barracks on Saturday, October 9. The investigation, led by Gen. John Murray, head of Army Futures Command, concluded that Guilln was sexually harassed by another soldier a charge that commanders at the base denied for months. Her son was such an avid lover of animals, his gravestone is engraved with a Paul McCartney quote: You can judge a mans true character by the way he treats his fellow animals., They told me hed do two or three shifts for people so they could be with their wives or family he was just that guy, she said. Lenzs mother said her son enjoyed his Army life, that he didnt want to leave, but he was being pushed out. Since his death, Taylor learned her son was being bullied and targeted by a captain who has since been moved. The Army said Friday, April 30, 2021, that it has taken disciplinary action against 21 officers and non-commissioned officers at Fort Hood, Texas, in connection with death last year of Spc . Share with Us. The base commander, Army Lt. Gen. Pat White, escaped any discipline. Francine Martinez died. The suspect followed in his white Chrysler. Fort Hood. If they werent hiding anything, why wouldnt I already have something? (AP Photo/ Tamir Kalifa), Fox News Flash top headlines for October 12. The report added that base commanders failed to publicly address Guillns disappearance or correct inaccurate information that came out in the aftermath. The incident is still under investigation by the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, also known as CID. When theres an update to that case, well send out an update to the news release, said KPD spokeswoman Ofelia Miramontez in response to questions about the case the Herald sent to KPD Friday. He pulled the car alongside the Dodge and fired shots inside at about 1:54 a.m. on Elms Road just east of Fort Hood Street, according to the court document. Joseph M. Meitl Jr., died during a training incident . If you need help with the Public File, call (954) 364-2526. Its not my wheelhouse, but I just did it.. Joey Lenz, 32, a tactical power generation specialist assigned to the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, was found dead in his barracks room on the morning of Feb. 1. or redistributed. Please purchase a subscription to read our premium content. Her body was found June 30 last year in a shallow grave. from around the world. A soldier stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, was found dead over the weekend behind a barracks, according to local media reports, adding to the rash of deaths and disappearances of soldiers assigned to the embattled military post. Threats of harming another Maxwell Hockin, 26, was discovered. Lenz died in his sleep in his barracks at Fort Hood in Texas on Feb. 1, 2022. It also concluded that 3rd Cavalry Regiment commanders didn't sufficiently emphasize the prevention and response to sexual assault or harassment, and that they failed to hold her supervisor accountable for his actions. The death is under investigation. She said, They overmedicated him. He went in for an eye infection on base, they gave him four medications that are not on his record anymore. We'd love to hear eyewitness We are upset that the names of the soldiers that sexually harassed Vanessa are not included. A Fort Hood soldier has died after police said she was gunned down by a fellow Fort Hood soldier on a Killeen street during a night out with friends. A U.S. Army soldier, Spc. Instead, the soldiers were relieved of command or given formal letters of reprimand that will go into their permanent files, or both. All rights reserved. I never thought Id be here, Taylor said by phone. Maxwell Hockin, 26, was. A staggering total of 109 soldiers assigned to Fort Bragg died in 2020 and 2021. She was bludgeoned to death with a hammer and then dismembered, authorities said. There was a problem saving your notification. FORT HOOD, Texas (KTRK) -- U.S. Army officials at Fort Hood have identified a soldier who was found dead Saturday behind his company barracks. I pray to Allah that He helps you implement Shariah Law fully, correctly, and fairly, Hasan wrote, referring to the Islamic law the Taliban previously used to justify extreme punishments and severe restrictions on womens rights. In October, Fort Hood officials announced Guillens death occurred in the line of duty, paving the way for her family to be entitled to certain Army benefits. Murray's investigation was submitted to Gen. Michael Garrett, head of Army Forces Command, who made a number of the reprimand decisions, and recommended several others to White. WASHINGTON (AP) The Army said Friday that it has taken disciplinary action against 21 officers and non-commissioned officers at Fort Hood, Texas, in connection with death last year of Spc. Maxwell Hockin, Lt. Col. Patrick Sullivan, commander, 91st Engineer Battalion, said in a statement, referring to the battalions nickname. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. Its heartbreaking and frustrating for all of us.. He drove the white Chrysler to the interview, and police said the vehicle had damage and missing paint on the drivers side bumper. The post has been the focus of wide attention over the past year after the murder of Spc. Spc. Guilln's death triggered a social media movement of former and current military service people speaking out about sexual assault and harassment on the base. All rights reserved. Lupe and Mayra Guilln told the AP that they were disappointed to see that some of the people responsible would only receive reprimands and would have the chance to defend themselves against the actions. Fort Hood is the same Army base where Vanessa Guillen was murdered in April 2020, in a case that engrossed the nation. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. While the discipline announced Friday represents a sweeping condemnation of soldiers in Guillns chain of command, no criminal charges have been brought against any of the soldiers. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. accounts, the history behind an article. One Fort Hood soldier's mother says she still has more questions than answers about her son's death. KPD detectives presented the case to the Bell County District Attorneys Office and a complaint was returned charging Mosley. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. During her time in service, she completed one nine-month combat tour in Afghanistan where she earned an Army Commendation medal with "C" device and the NATO medal. Sgt. Vanessa Guillen vanished in April 2020 and was later found dead. The report said the investigating officer found no credible evidence to conclude that Robinson sexually harassed Guilln or that they had any relationship outside of their work setting. Be Nice. The 91st Engineering Battalion is part of the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, based at Fort Hood. It reflects the deeply held convictions he has for his Islamic faith and his perceived value of Sharia Law, Galligan told Fox News in a statement. He needs to be thankful that we did not try him according to Shariah Law, Lunsford, who survived getting shot seven times and grazed in the head, told Fox. Should the Killeen City Council agree to pay an architect $108,000 to design a new City Hall, which may go before voters in the fall? It is to All-Mighty God we give thanks!. Pfc. Mother Margie Taylor with son Spc. The senior leaders disciplined include Maj. Gen. Scott Efflandt, former Deputy Commanding General of III Corps, and Col. Ralph Overland and Command Sgt. You have permission to edit this article. Nakealon Keuente Mosley was charged in . In a statement late Friday, a Fort Hood spokesperson said the Guilln case was a catalyst for significant cultural and policy changes across the Army and Fort Hood; we never want any family to experience a tragedy like this again. The statement said Fort Hood has invested more than 6 million work-hours focused on team-building activities to build trust and morale.. The mother said she is exploring how to have her own independent autopsy done. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The terrorist Army major who murdered 13 colleagues and injured more than 30 others in a 2009 shooting rampage at Fort Hood cheered the Taliban in a triumphant victory message from death row. Her first duty assignment was with 4th Infantry Division in Fort Carson, Colo. She was assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division in December 2019 and was promoted to sergeant in June, according to the base. Aaron Robinson failed to clearly note that he was a soldier of heightened interest, contributing to his ability to flee from a conference room. Joey Lenz, left, with mother Margie Taylor, and brother Tim Lenz during May 2021 in Conroe, Texas. Wrapping up a year of somber firsts, Margie Taylor, of Conroe in East Texas, Gold Star mother of late Fort Hood Spc. Are you in favor of allowing Killeen residents to have backyard chickens, as outlined in a proposed ordinance? "The entire Saber family is devastated by the loss of our true teammate and friend Specialist Maxwell Hockin," Lt. Col. Patrick Sullivan, commander, 91st Engineer Battalion said in a statement provided by the Army. ! Nidal Hasan wrote in a missive he asked his lawyer to pass along to the Talibans leadership, according to Fox News, which obtained a copy. Army Spc. Did you encounter any technical issues? Dozens have lost their lives there to drug overdoses. He needs to be thankful that he is alive. Fort Hood soldier dies after allegedly shot in head by another soldier, Soldier charged in Saturday shooting in Killeen, Army CID: No reports made to CID before Fort Hood sgt. Asia M. Graham, 19. . He had an outstanding work ethic, was a mentor to his peers, and was always willing to help out the team, Sullivan said. Ima leave in the Blaze of Glory but ima show a few first, Mosley posted on his Facebook page May 29. Maxwell Hockin, the Central Texas post announced Wednesday. Guillns family has said that he harassed Guilln. Taylor said Lenzs staff sergeant and lieutenant colonel were also moved in recent weeks. person will not be tolerated. Witnesses reported that Martinez left the club and the suspect approached her in the parking lot, according to the affidavit. She is asking lawmakers to pass legislation for more medical accountability in . Lenz was found dead at Fort Hood on Feb. 1. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The soldier, Spc. that is degrading to another person. It found that poor communication between soldiers keeping watch on Spc. Last year, at least 39 Fort Hood soldiers died or went missing. According to the Killeen Police Department, on Thursday, September 16, the. Nakealon Keunte Mosley, a Fort Hood soldier, poses with a rifle in a photo posted to his Facebook page. The soldier was found unresponsive on Saturday and was later pronounced dead. The U.S. Army announced Saturday that a soldier was found dead in the company barracks. Hockin was assigned to the 91st Engineer Battalion and had been stationed at the Central Texas post since July 2017. The senior leaders disciplined include Maj. Gen. Scott Efflandt, former Deputy Commanding General of III Corps, and Col. Ralph Overland and Command Sgt. I havent been notified by CID (Criminal Investigation Division). In many cases such discipline is career-ending. Sgt. Two paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division died in their Fort Bragg barracks room Friday in a case that investigators suspect involves drugs. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. A Fort Hood soldier died from a bullet wound to her head after another soldier who is the father of her child shot her following an altercation at a nightclub in Killeen, Texas, according to police and base officials. Gen. James McConville, the Army chief of staff, said in December that White was not punished because he was deployed to Iraq as the commander there for much of the year, and wasnt at the base. Killeen Police Department officials say they reopened Cpl. from around the world. Howard Ray, who helped get people to safety as Hasan shot at him, told Fox that Hasans message is a stark reminder that terrorism is still alive, obviously abroad and here at home.. 4:11 AM EDT, Wed July 14, 2021. Jessica Mitchell, 30, Pfc. Taylors son, Fort Hood Spc. The base commander, Army Lt. Gen. Pat White, escaped any discipline. 2023 Stars and Stripes. I buried my son and he did not deserve to die, she said. They told me stories of kindness of my son, how he snuck a cat in the barracks one time because he was all about animals, she said. The Herald asked questions of officials at Fort Hoods Public Affairs Office and Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Wednesday but as of deadline Friday had not received responses. Legal Statement. His mother said she finds it hard to believe her healthy 32-year-old son died unexpectedly in his sleep. Thank you for reading! A soldier assigned to the military installation was found dead near a barracks over the weekend. racist or sexually-oriented language. That question, and others, were not answered Friday. It just takes the will of a few select people to destroy the lives of others, he said. Guillns death triggered a social media movement of former and current military service people speaking out about sexual assault and harassment on the base. Before that she was a reporter for Killeen Daily Herald and a freelance journalist for publications including The Alcalde, Texas Highways and the Austin American-Statesman. The soldier was not identified, but the news outlet reported they were assigned to the Army's 1st Cavalry Division. Aaron Robinson, he took his own life. 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He did not deserve to die: Fort Hood soldiers mother wants answers, Justice is coming: Family files medical negligence claim in case of Fort Hood soldiers death, U.s. Army Criminal Investigation Division, Office Of The Inspector General Of The United States Army. Fort Hood Spc. All Rights Reserved. Aaron Robinson failed to clearly note that he was a soldier of heightened interest, contributing to his ability to flee from a conference room. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much "We are working with Ms. Taylor to get answers from the Army and won't stop until we get them., In a phone call Friday morning, Taylor said she was informed by Fort Hood CID Special Agent in Charge Maria Thomas that CID had completed its investigation and that her son had died of mixed drug interaction.. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. This makes no sense, I was next of kin to get his personal belongings, his final paycheck, and now Im not next of kin, she said. KILLEEN, Texas Fort Hood, Texas: It's an Army post that has been placed under a microscope after two cases of missing soldiers ended in their deaths last year and made national headlines.. Joey Lenz during his boot camp graduation in 2017. Associated Press writer Acacia Coronado contributed to this report. All Im saying is these medications he was not on when he came home, she said. Fort Hood officials earlier released the identity of the soldier who was found unresponsive on post over the weekend. You cant tell me that medication wasnt involved.. While traveling on a roadway, the suspect pulled up alongside the red Dodge and fired several shots from his vehicle into the Dodge.. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph.. Clear skies. Police did not say where Martinez was sitting in the vehicle or who drove her to the hospital. First published on October 13, 2021 / 5:33 PM. Christopher Martin Ferguson's 2007 case . Murray's investigation was submitted to Gen. Michael Garrett, head of Army Forces Command, who made a number of the reprimand decisions, and recommended several others to White. Fox News did not make clear if Galligan had, in fact, tried to forward the letter to the Taliban. Sgt. Keep it Clean. His bond is set at $505,000, according to jail records. All Rights Reserved. 1st Class Jovanny Rivera. Guillen's death triggered a social media movement of former and current. Both Fort Hood and KPD have policies of waiting 24 hours or later after a person dies before releasing the name to the media in order for next of kin to be made aware. Aguilars attorneys did not immediately respond to CNNs request for comment. Months of this dumb (s---) ion speak on ima fix allat when I crash out.. Fernandes went missing Aug.19 of last year, weeks after he reported an incident of sexual harassment invovling his superiors. A young soldier found dead at Fort Hood has been identified, but his cause of death remains hidden. 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