WASHINGTON 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. Use the 'Report' link on It also found that the Armys Criminal Investigation Command, or CID, was understaffed, overwhelmed and filled with inexperienced investigators. 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. Spc. Cpl. Francine Martinez died Thursday night in the hospital, 12 days after she was shot by Cpl. Martinez left in a red Dodge, and Mosley got into a white Chrysler. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph.. Clear skies. Guillns death triggered a social media movement of former and current military service people speaking out about sexual assault and harassment on the base. We are upset that the names of the soldiers that sexually harassed Vanessa are not included. 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. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. "He had an outstanding work ethic, was a mentor to his peers, and was always willing to help out the team. 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. Sign up to receive a daily email of today's top military news stories from Stars and Stripes and top news outlets 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. Vanessa Guillen, who authorities believe was killed on the post by a fellow soldier, Spc. Fox News did not make clear if Galligan had, in fact, tried to forward the letter to the Taliban. Last year, more than 30 soldiers associated with Fort Hood died - 11 were deemed suicides and five homicides. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. that is degrading to another person. By Haley Britzky | Published Apr 30, 2021 5:34 PM EDT. Ill call you tomorrow, I have to be up at 0300, and I said, Ok, I love you, she said. Since joining the Army in March 2017 as a combat engineer, Hockin earned a number of awards and decorations, including the Army Good Conduct medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon. 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. Use the 'Report' link on Jennifer Sewell, who is assigned to the 3d Cavalry Regiment, returned to Texas on Tuesday after her family told Army officials over the weekend that she was safe. 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The indictment by a grand jury was filed in the US District Court for the Western District of Texas. Joey Lenz, is grieving th. She died Thursday, officials 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. or redistributed. According to an indictment filed Tuesday, Aguilar did unlawfully and knowingly combine, conspire, confederate, and agree with another person to corruptly alter, destroy, mutilate and conceal any record, document and other object, to wit: the body of V.G., and did attempt to do so, with the intent to impair its integrity and availability for use in an official proceeding.. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Its heartbreaking and frustrating for all of us.. His mother said she finds it hard to believe her healthy 32-year-old son died unexpectedly in his sleep. Taylors son, Fort Hood Spc. In less than a month, over 800,000 people have watched her video pleading for justice for her son. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, The Army is scrapping Fort Hood name heres who it will be renamed for, Family of slain Texas soldier seeking $35 million in damages, Army vet gets 18 months for stealing $2.1M in military gear from Texas base, Fort Hood soldier reported missing has been found safe, 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks. A 26-year-old Fort Hood soldier was found dead Saturday behind his barracks, according to military officials. They knew of the aggressive and counterproductive leadership but took no action, the report said, adding that senior leaders were aware of problems with the supervisor but continued to move him from one squadron to another. What is the biggest issue affecting Killeen? Guillns family has said that he harassed Guilln. Spc. He drove the white Chrysler to the interview, and police said the vehicle had damage and missing paint on the drivers side bumper. Don't Threaten. At the end of the day, nothing is going to bring her youngest son back, but Taylor said she is owed answers. He declined to identify that person, but said it was not Robinson, the soldier investigators say killed her. that is degrading to another person. 24, 2021. 2 Jul 2021. 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. Then, they flipped it, and they said you need to get justice for Joey. I never thought Id be here, Taylor said by phone. Associated Press writer Acacia Coronado contributed to this report. 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.. 2023 Cable News Network. Be Truthful. He was assigned to the 91st Engineer Battalion at Fort Hood since July 2017. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Congratulations on your victory over those who hate for the Laws of All-Mighty God to be supreme on the land, the former Army psychiatrist wrote in the letter that he told his lawyer to forward to Afghanistans new rulers. We need to keep a watchful eye on that., AP Photo/Bell County Sheriff's Department. Fort Hood Spc. Low 53F. Spc . But she said, Hes OK, call in the morning.. The death marks Killeens 13th criminal homicide this year. Maxwell Hockin, 26, was. Having to do this every day and fight the Army is something a parent should not have to do when they lost a child to keep fighting for answers, she said. If it wasnt suicide, and he didnt die of natural causes, or a flood, or a tornado, or a fall, then its a homicide whether intentional or not. Sign up to receive a daily email of today's top military news stories from Stars and Stripes and top news outlets In total, a staggering 83 active-duty soldiers stationed at Fort Bragg died in the 18 months ending June 2021, according to data obtained by Rolling Stone. Sunday Cruz's office issued the following statement. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. You have permission to edit this article. Aaron Robinson, he took his own life. or anything. As time moves on, Taylor said she is reminded of an incident that happened 11 months before his mysterious death. Fort Hood leaders said Hockin died Saturday, but did not release his identity until Wednesday. Two paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division died in their Fort Bragg barracks room Friday in a case that investigators suspect involves drugs. The senior leaders disciplined include Maj. Gen. Scott Efflandt, former Deputy Commanding General of III Corps, and Col. Ralph Overland and Command Sgt. "Sen. Cruz is praying for the family during this tragic time," Cruz's office said Sunday afternoon. PUBLISHED 4:24 PM CT Apr. Maxwell Hockin, was found dead outside his company barracks on Saturday, October 9. Her body was found June 30 last year in a shallow grave. Mosley has served as an automated logistical specialist with divisions 3rd Brigade Combat Team since April. Legal Statement. Fort Hood officials earlier released the identity of the soldier who was found unresponsive on post over the weekend. While Major Hasan has not changed his opinions about the Taliban, it would appear President Biden has done a complete about-face, Galligan quipped. Asia M. Graham, 19. She is the spouse of an Army veteran and a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in journalism. They said, We know he didnt just die. 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 . It has been really frustrating to read everything and remind myself of the details we once lived through., The family also issued a statement saying: Vanessas case was severely mishandled. KILLEEN, Texas Spc. Lenz died in his sleep in his barracks at Fort Hood in Texas on Feb. 1, 2022. We need to figure out who was accountable for this whether it was an accident or not. Spc. First published on October 13, 2021 / 5:33 PM. Robinson fatally shot. The senior leaders disciplined include Maj. Gen. Scott Efflandt, former Deputy Commanding General of III Corps, and Col. Ralph Overland and Command Sgt. Low 53F. Maxwell Hockin was found dead behind his company barracks at Fort Hood on Oct. 9, 2021. Maxwell Hockin, the Central Texas post announced Wednesday. Hockin, who was assigned to the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, entered the Army in March 2017 as a combat engineer. There were no immediate signs of violence or foul play. This story has been shared 117,694 times. Witnesses reported that Martinez left the club and the suspect approached her in the parking lot, according to the affidavit. October 14, 2021 Ryan Morgan. Efflandt was serving as acting base commander during the time of Guillns death. Jessica Mitchell, 30, Pfc. Christopher Martin Ferguson's 2007 case . The main suspect in her disappearance was identified by officials as Spc. Aaron Robinson, beat Guillen to death with a hammer in an armory room on post the morning of April 22, 2020. (AP Photo/ Tamir Kalifa) (The Associated Press). The base commander, Army Lt. Gen. Pat White, escaped any discipline. Lt. Gen. Mark Milley, commanding general of III Corps and Fort Hood, speaks with the press outside of an entrance to the Fort Hood military base following a shooting that occurred inside on April 2, 2014 in Fort Hood, TX. 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. Lenzs mother said she reached out to U.S. Sen. Ted Cruzs office for help. On Aug. 25 his body was found, and it was reportedly determined he had. 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. 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? She also earned the National Defense Service medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service medal, an Army Good Conduct medal and a second Army Commendation medal. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, We must learn from the nations of the past and not let our wretchedness overcome us thus earning His (Gods) wrath, added Hasan, writing from death row at Fort Leavenworth Prison in Kansas. Our thoughts and our prayers are with Maxwell's family during this difficult time.". Spc. She said her son served in the U.S. Army for 13 years. Her death has sparked a national outrage, congressional hearings and legislation that aims to stop sexual harassment and. racist or sexually-oriented language. The entire Saber family is devastated by the loss of our true teammate and friend, Spc. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Fort Hood has been under the national spotlight since spring of last year after the death of Spc. 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. According to the arrest report, a witness video showed that the dogs were not wearing collars or harnesses - a requirement of Animal Control Services (ACS). 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.. An independent review panel created to dig into the problems at the base concluded last December that military leaders at the base were not adequately dealing with high rates of sexual assault, harassment, drug use and other problems. 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. Spc. Last year, at least 39 Fort Hood soldiers died or went missing. EMS responded, but Lenz was pronounced deceased at 0601, 1 Feb 22. He needs to be thankful that he is alive. 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. (U.S. Army). Pfc. 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Associated Press writer Acacia Coronado contributed to this report. Police arrested Nakealon Keunte Mosley, 24, a Fort Hood soldier, in connection to a shooting on September 4, 2021. It just takes the will of a few select people to destroy the lives of others, he said. An independent review panel created to dig into the problems at the base concluded last December that military leaders at the base were not adequately dealing with high rates of sexual assault, harassment, drug use and other problems. 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. My sister cant speak for herself, why should they? Lupe Guilln said. Its not my wheelhouse, but I just did it.. Corrects by deleting reference to Col. Ralph Overland harassing another soldier. They knew of the aggressive and counterproductive leadership but took no action, the report said, adding that senior leaders were aware of problems with the supervisor but continued to move him from one squadron to another. This article was updated to include a statement from Sen. Ted Cruz. Francine Martinez, 24, was shot Sept. 4 and spent the last two weeks in the hospital. My son loved the Army. An autopsy was conducted, but the results of the autopsy are pending at this time. 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. Thank you for reading! Francine Martinez died. How many lives need to be lost until somebody does something about it? April 30, 2021 Army investigators detained a fellow soldier in the killing of Specialist Vanessa Guillen just hours after her remains were found, but a series of missteps allowed the soldier. A Killeen man was arrested and charged in a shooting that occurred Saturday morning in the 100 block of W. Elms Road. 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. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. The U.S. Army identified a soldier found dead behind his company barracks at Fort Hood last week as 26-year-old Spc. That question, and others, were not answered Friday. One Fort Hood soldier's mother says she still has more questions than answers about her son's death. Threats of harming another Maxwell Hockin, 26, was discovered unresponsive on Oct. 9, officials said in a statement, but it wasn't yet clear what led to his death, KTRK-TV in Houston reported. Guillns family has said that he harassed Guilln. Private First Class Logan Castello was one of the dozens of soldiers who have died while stationed at Fort Hood, an army post in Central Texas, over the last few years. The family has identified the soldier who harassed her as Sgt. How does that work exactly? He had an outstanding work ethic, was a mentor to his peers, and was always willing to help out the team, Sullivan said. It found that poor communication between soldiers keeping watch on Spc. It is to All-Mighty God we give thanks!. 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. We are upset that the names of the soldiers that sexually harassed Vanessa are not included. FORT HOOD, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) - U.S. Army officials at Fort Hood have identified the soldier who was found dead Saturday, Oct. 13 behind his company barracks. The shooting happened about 1:50 a.m. on Sept. 4. Maj. Gen. Gene LeBoeuf, Forces Command chief of staff, told reporters Friday that the soldier who harassed her is among those disciplined. In an interview with the AP Friday, Guillns sisters Lupe and Mayra expressed frustration. When her remains were found, it emerged she had been bludgeoned to death with a hammer in the armory room where she worked and her body was transported from the installation by her killer, according to a family lawyer, who cited details shared with the family by investigators. Police also said they could see a handgun on the floorboard. She attended basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C., and advanced individual training at Fort Sill, Okla. Guillen was last seen in the parking lot of her barracks at Fort Hood on April 22, according to investigators. Its horrible, and most days I cry, she said. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. 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. Don't knowingly lie about anyone 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. Vanessa Guilln, who was missing for about two months before her remains were found. Her death spurred an investigation into Fort Hood's command culture and the pattern of sexual assault, harassment and suicides at the military installation. Sewell is the latest soldier to disappear from the base after a series of soldiers disappeared in the past few years. Did you encounter any technical issues? The base commander, Army Lt. Gen. Pat White, escaped any discipline. Fort Hood Spc. / CBS Texas. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. Sgt. Vanessa Guillen in 2020 and revelations of past violence and misconduct that have sparked reform calls by the Department of Defense and elected leaders. Efflandt was serving as acting base commander during the time of Guillns death. Instead, the soldiers were relieved of command or given formal letters of reprimand that will go into their permanent files, or both. Keep it Clean. What is the biggest issue affecting Killeen? There was a problem saving your notification. By Bill Hutchinson January 3, 2021, 2:32 PM 1:24 Staff Sergeant Jessica Mitchell is seen in this undated photo. Copyright 2023 Local10.com is published by WPLG INC., a Berkshire Hathaway company. person will not be tolerated. When asked for a comment Thursday, Cruzs office did not respond by deadline Friday. 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. 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. So I said, Yes, you can do it, but I want a call back, and I never got that call back. 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. Hockin was assigned to the 91st Engineer Battalion and had been stationed at the Central Texas post since July 2017. Fort Hood leaders say no information on the cause of death will be released at this time, citing the ongoing investigation. 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. We are unable to confirm the name of the deceased service member until 24 hours after the Next of Kin notification process is complete, Fort Hood said in the statement. 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.
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