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The U.S. Army identified a soldier found dead behind his company barracks at Fort Hood last week as 26-year-old Spc. Lenz, who enlisted in 2017, was expected to leave the Army in mid-March, Taylor said. By Haley Britzky | Published Apr 30, 2021 5:34 PM EDT. Martinez left in a red Dodge, and Mosley got into a white Chrysler. There are other mothers telling me of medicine mismanagement. Story tips can be sent tolouis.casiano@fox.com. KPD detectives presented the case to the Bell County District Attorneys Office and a complaint was returned charging Mosley. 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 . Guillen's death triggered a social media movement of former and current. accounts, the history behind an article. A verbal altercation took place before Martinez left in a red Dodge. Thank you for reading! And it did not find a motive in the killing. 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. 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. Two paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division died in their Fort Bragg barracks room Friday in a case that investigators suspect involves drugs. I been outchea lettin mfs play with me cause Ian been having the energy to clear (s---) up. It just doesnt make sense. In response to Herald questions Wednesday, before the investigation was completed, U.S. Army CID Public Affairs Chief Patrick Barnes issued the following 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. We hope that you continue to enjoy our free content. Its bad. According to the Killeen Police Department, on Thursday, September 16, the. You have permission to edit this article. I believe he is pleased to see that the Biden Administration is now seemingly willing to engage with the Taliban as de facto government in Afghanistan, he said. As weeks turned into months, Taylor said her grief is beginning to turn into anger at Fort Hoods inaction. Fort Hood officials confirmed Monday that Martinez and Mosley were assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division. Lenz's mother, Margie Taylor, said her son loved children and looked forward to having a family of his own one day. At the end of the day, nothing is going to bring her youngest son back, but Taylor said she is owed answers. Guillns family has said that he harassed Guilln. Terrorist Nidal Hassan who killed 13 at Fort Hood congratulates Taliban from death row By Lee Brown September 9, 2021 11:05am Updated Major Nidal Malik Hasan is sitting on death row for. Francine Martinez died. Be Proactive. That question, and others, were not answered Friday. While traveling on a roadway, the suspect pulled up alongside the red Dodge and fired several shots from his vehicle into the Dodge.. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. racist or sexually-oriented language. While Fort Hood officials did not name Martinez in the statement, they did not deny that she had died when questioned by the Herald Friday. If you need help with the Public File, call (954) 364-2526. Her death has sparked a national outrage, congressional hearings and legislation that aims to stop sexual harassment and. The death is under investigation. The deadly accident took place at about 9:15 a.m. Thursday when the 18-wheeler carrying the three soldiers ran into the back of the M-1088 excavator while on the way to a training range, a Fort . 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. Market data provided by Factset. 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. Instead, the soldiers were relieved of command or given formal letters of reprimand that will go into their permanent files, or both. Back in March 2021, I got a call late one afternoon from a medic on base, she said. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. On Aug. 25 his body was found, and it was reportedly determined he had. Some of those new policies and procedures now better instruct leaders on how to respond when soldiers are reported missing or are found dead stateside. (U.S. Army). 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 . Robinson killed himself July 1 as police were trying to take him into custody. Please log in, or sign up for a new account to continue reading. 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. A young soldier found dead at Fort Hood has been identified, but his cause of death remains hidden. Fort Hood Spc. 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. 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. Jessica Mitchell, 30, Pfc. She is asking lawmakers to pass legislation for more medical accountability in . Mosley was charged the day after the shooting with aggravated assault family member with a deadly weapon, police said. Maxwell Hockin, 26, was. "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. Five were murdered. The shooting happened about 1:50 a.m. on Sept. 4. 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. 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. He was still in the Bell County Jail on Friday. On 1 Feb 22, CID was notified that Lenz was found unresponsive in his barracks room on Fort Hood by another unit member, Barnes said. 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. There are other people, she said. Joey Lenz, center, seen with his family in Nov. 2017 at Fort Jackson, S.C., during his boot camp graduation. FORT HOOD, Texas Court documents obtained by 6 News reveals a little more about the two Fort Hood soldiers involved in a deadly shooting this week. He will truly be missed. Lenzs mother said she reached out to U.S. Sen. Ted Cruzs office for help. Did you encounter any technical issues? Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. When asked for a comment Thursday, Cruzs office did not respond by deadline Friday. 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. Vanessa Guilln, who was missing for about two months before her remains were found. She attended basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C., and advanced individual training at Fort Sill, Okla. So I said, Yes, you can do it, but I want a call back, and I never got that call back. 6:50. Be Proactive. In an interview with the AP Friday, Guillns sisters Lupe and Mayra expressed frustration. appreciated. The official autopsy found that he died of a "mixed drug intoxication," which Taylor blames on the nine medications she said Lenz had been simultaneously prescribed by the Army. The base commander, Army Lt. Gen. Pat White, escaped any discipline. Robinson fatally shot. Sgt. Her death spurred an investigation into Fort Hood's command culture and the pattern of sexual assault, harassment and suicides at the military installation. The soldier was not identified, but the news outlet reported they were assigned to the Army's 1st Cavalry Division. 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. Martinez was struck in the head with a bullet and driven to Seton Medical Center in Harker Heights, according to the court document. 1st Class Jovanny Rivera. 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? 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. I dont know if he suffered, or if he was scared, but thats whats been on my mind lately.. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, 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. Last year, at least 39 Fort Hood soldiers died or went missing. Vanessa Guillen in 2020 and revelations of past violence and misconduct that have sparked reform calls by the Department of Defense and elected leaders. He said Saturdays 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks is a reminder that we need to constantly remember what it was that drove those people to do those heinous acts, and it was, in this case, Islamic extremism. 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). Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. The soldier was found unresponsive on Saturday and was later pronounced dead. Between Christmas, when her son visited her in Conroe for the holiday, and his death on Feb. 1, Taylor was told her son was prescribed four medicines: Trazadone, Cyclobenzaprine, Fluoxetine and Propranolol leading her to believe a drug reaction known as serotonin syndrome may have contributed to his death. The soldier was identified as Spc. All rights reserved. All Rights Reserved. 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. Post officials did not release a cause of death. It doesnt seem important until its your child.. Maj. Gen. Gene LeBoeuf, Forces Command chief of staff, told reporters Friday that the soldier who harassed her is among those disciplined. 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.. We'd love to hear eyewitness Officials have said that members of the CID were also disciplined, although their names have not been released. FORT HOOD, Texas (KWTX) - Specialist Maxwell Hockin, 26, a soldier stationed at Fort Hood, was found dead behind his company barracks over the weekend . The report added that base commanders failed to publicly address Guillns disappearance or correct inaccurate information that came out in the aftermath. Lenz was found dead on Feb. 1 at his barracks on Fort Hood. 2. She was bludgeoned to death with a hammer and then dismembered, authorities said. Aguilars attorneys did not immediately respond to CNNs request for comment. 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. 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. The secretary of the army said in August that Fort Hood had "the most cases for sexual assault and harassment and murders for our entire formation of the U.S. Army." At least 159 Fort Hood. Maxwell Hockin, the Central Texas post announced Wednesday. What I didnt know then, but I know now, is that he was being pushed out of the Army, she said. We Have Won!! Be Truthful. AUSTIN, Texas An Army soldier who shot and killed an armed protester after driving into a crowd demonstrating against police violence in the . EMS responded, but Lenz was pronounced deceased at 0601, 1 Feb 22. Fox News has reached out to Army officials. Francine Martinez died Thursday night in the hospital, 12 days after she was shot by Cpl. Last year, more than 30 soldiers associated with Fort Hood died - 11 were deemed suicides and five homicides. There was a problem saving your notification. A soldier in the 1st Cavalry Division was found dead Saturday in his company area, according to a statement from officials at Fort Hood, Texas. Hasans attorney, retired Army Col. John Galligan, gave a copy of the letter to Fox News insisting that the wording does not come as any surprise and instead shines a further negative light on the White House. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Maj. Gen. Gene LeBoeuf, Forces Command chief of staff, told reporters Friday that the soldier who harassed her is among those disciplined. The mother said she is exploring how to have her own independent autopsy done. Instead, it said Robinson sexually harassed another soldier. Legal Statement. In an interview with the AP Friday, Guillns sisters Lupe and Mayra expressed frustration. By Bill Hutchinson January 3, 2021, 2:32 PM 1:24 Staff Sergeant Jessica Mitchell is seen in this undated photo. 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. 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. (Bell County Jail). 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. 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. Thanks for contacting us. In a press statement, Fort Hood officials said Hockin, 26, was initially found unresponsive outside of the barracks and was subsequently pronounced dead. Threats of harming another We'd love to hear eyewitness Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. 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. 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. 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. Left to right: Tim Lenz, Willa Lenz, Jeff Taylor, Joey Lenz, Margie Taylor, and Valerie Lenz. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph.. Clear skies. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. 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. Vanessa Guillen, who authorities believe was killed on the post by a fellow soldier, Spc. Witnesses told police that the two soldiers had previously dated and had a child together, according to the court document. 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. Maxwell Hockin, 26, died Saturday, Oct. 9 near his. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. It found that poor communication between soldiers keeping watch on Spc. Army Spc. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. Sign up to receive a daily email of today's top military news stories from Stars and Stripes and top news outlets My son loved the Army. Instead, the soldiers were relieved of command or given formal letters of reprimand that will go into their permanent files, or both. Sgt. Fox News Flash top headlines are here. After seeing each other inside the nightclub, Mosley followed Martinez outside, and they argued in the parking lot, according to court documents. Martinez joined the Army in April 2018 as a cannoneer, according to base officials. Corrects by deleting reference to Col. Ralph Overland harassing another soldier. Angie McBride sits holding a photo of SSG Rodney Hagan. Taylors son, Fort Hood Spc. A young soldier found dead at Fort Hood has been identified, but his cause of death remains hidden. 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. He will truly be missed. 4:11 AM EDT, Wed July 14, 2021. The incident is still under investigation by the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, also known as CID. United States Air Force Efflandt was serving as acting base commander during the time of Guillns death. 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. 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. In her opinion, an independent review should have happened years ago. 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. Joseph M. Meitl Jr., died during a training incident . The death marks Killeens 13th criminal homicide this year. Cpl. By retracing the vehicles route to the hospital, police located multiple 9mm shell casings and shattered glass. Cpl. An autopsy was conducted, but the results of the autopsy are pending at this time. How does that work exactly? 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. Feeling she was getting nowhere in her search for answers, Taylor recently turned to the social media network TikTok to get her message out. All-Praises be to All-Mighty Allah! Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Please purchase a subscription to read our premium content. Police did not say where Martinez was sitting in the vehicle or who drove her to the hospital. It was almost midnight when I got a hold of an ICU nurse at Darnall (Army Medical Center). While Major Hasan has not changed his opinions about the Taliban, it would appear President Biden has done a complete about-face, Galligan quipped. The family has identified the soldier who harassed her as Sgt. Nearly two dozen Army leaders will be discplined in the fallout of the Spc. He drove the white Chrysler to the interview, and police said the vehicle had damage and missing paint on the drivers side bumper. He loved the boundaries, the guidance. He committed suicide while being pursued. The U.S. Army announced Saturday that a soldier was found dead in the company barracks. Sign up to receive a daily email of today's top military news stories from Stars and Stripes and top news outlets Guillen, 20, had been stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, when she went missing in April 2020. 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. 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. Efflandt was serving as acting base commander during the time of Guillns death. What is the biggest issue affecting Killeen? Now, their families are demanding answers and . His mother said she finds it hard to believe her healthy 32-year-old son died unexpectedly in his sleep. Deaths of 2 female Army soldiers probed in Texas, 1 fatally shot on freeway They were identified as Sgt. Fox News did not make clear if Galligan had, in fact, tried to forward the letter to the Taliban. The family of Spec. We are also committed to supporting the ongoing law enforcement investigation of this incident.. Fort Hood leaders said Hockin died Saturday, but did not release his identity until Wednesday. 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. Police also said they could see a handgun on the floorboard. If you have a subscription, please log in or sign up for an account on our website to continue. Joey Lenz, is grieving th. 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. 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As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. All Im saying is these medications he was not on when he came home, she said. Only 11 of these deaths were from . Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. 2021 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Aaron Robinson failed to clearly note that he was a soldier of heightened interest, contributing to his ability to flee from a conference room. This article was updated to include a statement from Sen. Ted Cruz. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Aaron Robinson, beat Guillen to death with a hammer in an armory room on post the morning of April 22, 2020. Guillen, 20, was bludgeoned to death with a hammer in an arms room on April . 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. 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. This is wrong.. 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. The death of Vanessa Guillen, whose remains were found in July, triggered a social media. He committed suicide while being pursued. Maxwell Hockin, 26, joined the U.S. Army in 2017. He said, Thank you, Mom. Spc. 2023 Cable News Network. person will not be tolerated. 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. Vanessa Guillen vanished in April 2020 and was later found dead. A 26-year-old Fort Hood soldier was found dead Saturday behind his barracks, according to military officials. Taylor said they were so proud of Lenz for graduating. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! She died Thursday, officials said. (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. Sunny. Images on Mosleys Facebook page show the soldier posing with guns and writing questionable content in recent months. Her remains had to be sent to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware to be identified, attorney Natalie Khawam told CNN last July. Aaron Robinson. As long as the Army continues to enlist gang bangers these incidents will continue. 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. from around the world. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. 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. Joey Lenz's gravesite was seen on Mother's Day. Published Christopher Martin Ferguson's 2007 case . 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. If they werent hiding anything, why wouldnt I already have something? Please purchase a subscription to read our premium content.