10/13/2021 A 26-year-old Fort Hood soldier was found dead Saturday behind his barracks, according to military officials. By Bill Hutchinson January 3, 2021, 2:32 PM 1:24 Staff Sergeant Jessica Mitchell is seen in this undated photo. 24, 2021. Please log in, or sign up for a new account to continue reading. He already had a job, he was happy, everything was good, and then he died, she said. What is the biggest issue affecting Killeen? I never thought Id be here, Taylor said by phone. October 14, 2021 Ryan Morgan. Are you in favor of allowing Killeen residents to have backyard chickens, as outlined in a proposed ordinance? The soldier was identified as Spc. KILLEEN, Texas Spc. I love you. Authorities suspect a fellow Fort Hood soldier, Spc. Lenz's mother, Margie Taylor, said her son loved children and looked forward to having a family of his own one day. The Army's Criminal Investigation Command is looking into what happened to Hockin. (U.S. Army). "Sen. Cruz is praying for the family during this tragic time," Cruz's office said Sunday afternoon. Aaron Robinson, beat Guillen to death with a hammer in an armory room on post the morning of April 22, 2020. The death marks Killeens 13th criminal homicide this year. Her body was found June 30 last year in a shallow grave. racist or sexually-oriented language. 1st Class Jovanny Rivera. 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. The indictment by a grand jury was filed in the US District Court for the Western District of Texas. Her remains had to be sent to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware to be identified, attorney Natalie Khawam told CNN last July. that is degrading to another person. 6:50. If you have a subscription, please log in or sign up for an account on our website to continue. It found that poor communication between soldiers keeping watch on Spc. Sunny. 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. Lenz was found dead on Feb. 1 at his barracks on 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. Vanessa Guillen vanished in April 2020 and was later found dead. 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 concealing Guillens death. Joey Lenz seen with his niece, Willa, during Christmas in Conroe, Texas, in 2021. Sgt. Efflandt was serving as acting base commander during the time of Guillns death. 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. (U.S. Army) 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. His awards and decorations include the Army Good Conduct Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon. And it did not find a motive in the killing. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. that is degrading to another person. She died Thursday, officials said. Nakealon Keunte Mosley, a Fort Hood soldier, poses with a rifle in a photo posted to his Facebook page. All rights reserved. Guillens death revealed systemic issues of violence and sexual misconduct on the post, which Army leaders have been working to mend by creating new policies and procedures. The family of Spec. 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? Please purchase a subscription to read our premium content. As long as the Army continues to enlist gang bangers these incidents will continue. The U.S. Army identified a soldier found dead behind his company barracks at Fort Hood last week as 26-year-old Spc. 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. He entered the Army in March 2017 as a combat engineer, Fort Hood officials said Wednesday. I have a right to his medical records. All Im saying is these medications he was not on when he came home, she said. Story tips can be sent tolouis.casiano@fox.com. Be Nice. Legal Statement. The U.S. Army announced Saturday that a soldier was found dead in the company barracks. Honestly, they know, they just want to be able to control the narrative.. Robinson killed himself July 1 as police were trying to take him into custody. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. All-Praises be to All-Mighty Allah! "They just kept giving him medication, medication, medication," she said in an . Efflandt was serving as acting base commander during the time of Guillns death. I been outchea lettin mfs play with me cause Ian been having the energy to clear (s---) up. Her death has sparked a national outrage, congressional hearings and legislation that aims to stop sexual harassment and. Rose L. Thayer is based in Austin, Texas, and she has been covering the western region of the continental U.S. for Stars and Stripes since 2018. BACKGROUND: Family. Threats of harming another Fort Hood Spc. Maj. Gen. Gene LeBoeuf, Forces Command chief of staff, told reporters Friday that the soldier who harassed her is among those disciplined. Fort Hood leaders said Hockin died Saturday, but did not release his identity until Wednesday. He drove the white Chrysler to the interview, and police said the vehicle had damage and missing paint on the drivers side bumper. The family has identified the soldier who harassed her as Sgt. or anything. Its not my wheelhouse, but I just did it.. By Haley Britzky | Published Apr 30, 2021 5:34 PM EDT. Family of slain Texas soldier seeking $35 million in damages Fort Hood soldier reported missing has been found safe The embattled Fort Hood Army base in Texas has grappled with at least. 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. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. My sister cant speak for herself, why should they? Lupe Guilln said. I think it was negligence but, then again, I have no idea and there are so many crazy things leading up to this.. His bond is set at $505,000, according to jail records. A missing Fort Hood soldier was recently found safe after failing to report for duty on Oct. 7, the Army said. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Maxwell Hockin was found dead behind his company barracks at Fort Hood on Oct. 9, 2021. Are you in favor of allowing Killeen residents to have backyard chickens, as outlined in a proposed ordinance? 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Its horrible, and most days I cry, she said. Joey Lenz, center, seen with his family in Nov. 2017 at Fort Jackson, S.C., during his boot camp graduation. 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.. She said her son served in the U.S. Army for 13 years. Guillns family has said that he harassed Guilln. A soldier assigned to the military installation was found dead near a barracks over the weekend. This article was updated to include a statement from Sen. Ted Cruz. Fort Hood leaders say no information on the cause of death will be released at this time, citing the ongoing investigation. Mother Margie Taylor with son Spc. Officials have said that members of the CID were also disciplined, although their names have not been released. 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Its those who take extreme positions and then act on those extreme ideologies that we have to worry about, he stressed. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Vanessa Guillen, who authorities believe was killed on the post by a fellow soldier, Spc. The report concluded that Guillns leaders failed to take appropriate action when she was sexually harassed by a supervisor, who created an intimidating, hostile environment. It said. One week after his death, Lenzs mother said she submitted a request through her casualty assistance officer for her sons autopsy results and all medical records, but as of Friday, she hasnt received the requested documents from Fort Hood. I can understand if he got into a car accident or had a heart attack, but nothingness for someone who was healthy? FORT HOOD, Texas (KTRK) -- U.S. Army officials at Fort Hood have identified a soldier who was found dead Saturday behind his company barracks. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism 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.