Joey Lenz, left, with his mother, Margie Taylor on the day he was sworn into the Army, Sept. 17, 2017. Fox News did not make clear if Galligan had, in fact, tried to forward the letter to the Taliban. Jessica Mitchell, 30, Pfc. Maxwell Hockin, 26, was discovered. In a press statement, Fort Hood officials said Hockin, 26, was initially found unresponsive outside of the barracks and was subsequently pronounced dead. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph.. Clear skies. Sunny. He needs to be thankful that he is alive. 1st Class Jovanny Rivera. Officers also observed fresh body damage on the passenger side with white paint transfer, according to the court document. Are you in favor of allowing Killeen residents to have backyard chickens, as outlined in a proposed ordinance? 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It found that poor communication between soldiers keeping watch on Spc. (Bell County Jail). This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Robinson fatally shot. Aaron Robinson, he took his own life. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. Associated Press writer Acacia Coronado contributed to this report. Authorities suspect a fellow Fort Hood soldier, Spc. 2 Jul 2021. 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. As time moves on, Taylor said she is reminded of an incident that happened 11 months before his mysterious death. Please purchase a subscription to read our premium content. Published As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. Spc. Its horrible, and most days I cry, she said. person will not be tolerated. Nakealon Keunte Mosley, a Fort Hood soldier, poses with a rifle in a photo posted to his Facebook page. First published on October 13, 2021 / 5:33 PM. More than two dozen Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including multiple homicides and suicides. Instead, the soldiers were relieved of command or given formal letters of reprimand that will go into their permanent files, or both. I can understand if he got into a car accident or had a heart attack, but nothingness for someone who was healthy? Mosley is an active-duty soldier assigned to the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, on Fort Hood, post officials confirmed. Most notably, Spc. We need to figure out who was accountable for this whether it was an accident or not. By Bill Hutchinson January 3, 2021, 2:32 PM 1:24 Staff Sergeant Jessica Mitchell is seen in this undated photo. 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 . He already had a job, he was happy, everything was good, and then he died, she said. She died at about 10:25 p.m. Thursday, police said. 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. Wrapping up a year of somber firsts, Margie Taylor, of Conroe in East Texas, Gold Star mother of late Fort Hood Spc. Be Proactive. 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. Thank you for reading! It was almost midnight when I got a hold of an ICU nurse at Darnall (Army Medical Center). 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. Then, they flipped it, and they said you need to get justice for Joey. Officials have said that members of the CID were also disciplined, although their names have not been released. If you have a subscription, please log in or sign up for an account on our website to continue. 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. Be Truthful. 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Joey Lenz during his boot camp graduation in 2017. 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.. She said her son served in the U.S. Army for 13 years. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. She was then airlifted to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple. Witnesses reported that Martinez left the club and the suspect approached her in the parking lot, according to the affidavit. Maxwell Hockin was found dead behind his company barracks at Fort Hood on Oct. 9, 2021. High near 80F. In less than a month, over 800,000 people have watched her video pleading for justice for her son. Threats of harming another Lenzs mother said she reached out to U.S. Sen. Ted Cruzs office for help. Nakealon Keunte Mosley, 24, was arrested and originally charged with aggravated assault of a family member with a deadly weapon for the late-night shooting, according to the Killeen Police Department. All Rights Reserved. Fox News has reached out to Army officials. The 91st Engineering Battalion is part of the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, based at Fort Hood. I love you. Guillen's death triggered a social media movement of former and current. Sunny. Mosley, who was in a previous dating relationship with Martinez, was also at the club that night, according to a police affidavit detailing Mosleys arrest on Sept. 5. The soldier was identified as Spc. We hope that you continue to enjoy our free content. The soldier, Spc. I see his picture, and I cry. The report added that base commanders failed to publicly address Guillns disappearance or correct inaccurate information that came out in the aftermath. 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. 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. Maxwell Hockin, the Central . Vanessa Guillen, who authorities believe was killed on the post by a fellow soldier, Spc. 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. 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. News. He loved the boundaries, the guidance. The suspect followed in his white Chrysler. Maxwell Hockin, was found dead outside his company barracks on Saturday, October 9. Spc. 6:50. There are other people, she said. The report added that base commanders failed to publicly address Guillns disappearance or correct inaccurate information that came out in the aftermath. A soldier assigned to the military installation was found dead near a barracks over the weekend. The entire Saber family is devastated by the loss of our true teammate and friend, Spc. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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. Mosley has served as an automated logistical specialist with divisions 3rd Brigade Combat Team since April. Honestly, they know, they just want to be able to control the narrative.. Maj. Bradley Knapp, the former commander and command sergeant major of 3rd Cavalry Regiment. I havent been notified by CID (Criminal Investigation Division). She was bludgeoned to death with a hammer and then dismembered, authorities said. 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. that is degrading to another person. 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. Aaron Robinson failed to clearly note that he was a soldier of heightened interest, contributing to his ability to flee from a conference room. Guillen, 20, was bludgeoned to death with a hammer in an arms room on April . (AP Photo/ Tamir Kalifa), Fox News Flash top headlines for October 12. 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. accounts, the history behind an article. The death marks Killeens 13th criminal homicide this year. 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. 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. His awards and decorations include the Army Good Conduct Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon. His bond is set at $505,000, according to jail records. They said, We know he didnt just die. Deaths of 2 female Army soldiers probed in Texas, 1 fatally shot on freeway They were identified as Sgt. 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. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism He entered the Army in March 2017 as a combat engineer, Fort Hood officials said Wednesday. 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. I was like I dont know what the heck Im doing, she said. Cpl. It found that poor communication between soldiers keeping watch on Spc. But she said, Hes OK, call in the morning.. Low 53F. His mother said she finds it hard to believe her healthy 32-year-old son died unexpectedly in his sleep. The family has identified the soldier who harassed her as Sgt. Five were murdered. During a memorial for Lenz at Fort Hood in February, Taylor said she met privately with over 30 soldiers who wanted to share happy memories of her son. 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. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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. (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. Last year, at least 39 Fort Hood soldiers died or went missing. "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. Nakealon Keunte Mosley, 24. 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. Officials say Spc. Fort Hood officials earlier released the identity of the soldier who was found unresponsive on post over the weekend. What is the biggest issue affecting Killeen? . We are also committed to supporting the ongoing law enforcement investigation of this incident.. We are upset that the names of the soldiers that sexually harassed Vanessa are not included. The U.S. Army announced Saturday that a soldier was found dead in the company barracks. 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. Associated Press | By Acacia Coronado. United States Air Force Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. person will not be tolerated. More than 3,500 people have commented, many sharing stories of their own family members unsolved military death. In an interview with the AP Friday, Guillns sisters Lupe and Mayra expressed frustration. So I said, Yes, you can do it, but I want a call back, and I never got that call back. Thank you for reading! How many lives need to be lost until somebody does something about it? Daniel Perry, who was stationed at Fort Hood, CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. or anything. This article was updated to include a statement from Sen. Ted Cruz. He declined to identify that person, but said it was not Robinson, the soldier investigators say killed her. (U.S. Army). The exact cause of Hockin's death remains unclear . Guillns death triggered a social media movement of former and current military service people speaking out about sexual assault and harassment on the base. October 13, 2021 / 5:33 PM Don't Threaten. The post has been the focus of wide attention over the past year after the murder of Spc. 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. Ima leave in the Blaze of Glory but ima show a few first, Mosley posted on his Facebook page May 29. 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. Our thoughts and our prayers are with Maxwells family during this difficult time.. Joshua Diamond, 35, of Plymouth . By Haley Britzky | Published Apr 30, 2021 5:34 PM EDT. Guilln's death triggered a social media movement of former and current. Efflandt was serving as acting base commander during the time of Guillns death. 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. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Francine Martinez died. Threats of harming another As weeks turned into months, Taylor said her grief is beginning to turn into anger at Fort Hoods inaction. The shooting happened about 1:50 a.m. on Sept. 4. Vanessa Guilln, the Fort Hood soldier who was sexually harassed, killed and dismembered while she served at the Texas base, has filed a wrongful death claim against the. My son loved the Army. This story has been shared 177,728 times. For more on the string of violence at Fort Hood, subscribe now to PEOPLE. Martinez was struck in the head with a bullet and driven to Seton Medical Center in Harker Heights, according to the court document. As many as 28 Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides, suicides and other accidents. Army Spc. A young soldier found dead at Fort Hood has been identified, but his cause of death remains hidden. He denied shooting at her but admitted he had a gun in his car. Nearly two dozen Army leaders will be discplined in the fallout of the Spc. racist or sexually-oriented language. / CBS Texas. All Im saying is these medications he was not on when he came home, she said. Also, in a new revelation, an Army report blamed the military for allowing Guillns killer to escape from custody and ultimately kill himself. 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. The senior leaders disciplined include Maj. Gen. Scott Efflandt, former Deputy Commanding General of III Corps, and Col. Ralph Overland and Command Sgt. The affidavit for arrest states that as the officers were on their way to the scene, they were advised that a gunshot victim was transported by private vehicle to Seton Medical Center Harker Heights and was subsequently being airlifted to Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in Temple, where she died Thursday night. He was assigned to the 91st Engineer Battalion at Fort Hood since July 2017. 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. Maxwell Hockin, Lt. Col. Patrick Sullivan, commander, 91st Engineer Battalion, said in a statement, referring to the battalions nickname. Fort Hoods Criminal Investigation Division, commonly referred to as CID, confirmed it is investigating Lenzs death. 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. Please log in, or sign up for a new account to continue reading. The soldier was identified as Spc. While traveling on a roadway, the suspect pulled up alongside the red Dodge and fired several shots from his vehicle into the Dodge.. Use the 'Report' link on PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. If you have a subscription, please log in or sign up for an account on our website to continue. Ill call you tomorrow, I have to be up at 0300, and I said, Ok, I love you, she 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. "He had an outstanding work ethic, was a mentor to his peers, and was always willing to help out the team. Be Truthful. I think it was negligence but, then again, I have no idea and there are so many crazy things leading up to this.. Its bad. It also found that the Armys Criminal Investigation Command, or CID, was understaffed, overwhelmed and filled with inexperienced investigators. Joey Lenz, center, seen with his family in Nov. 2017 at Fort Jackson, S.C., during his boot camp graduation. 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. FORT HOOD, Texas (KWTX) - Specialist Maxwell Hockin, 26, a soldier stationed at Fort Hood, was found dead behind his company barracks over the weekend . Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the deceased service member and our priority right now is to support the family. Taylor said Lenzs staff sergeant and lieutenant colonel were also moved in recent weeks. Release of medical records are controlled by both HIPAA and FOIA and would have to be discussed with the medical authorities in possession of any such records., When asked what the protocol was for a soldiers next of kin to receive medical records, and why Taylor was unable to obtain these records, 1st Cavalry Division officials said Friday, Regarding these two questions, we will be able to get back to you next week.. Martinez joined the Army in April 2018 as a cannoneer, according to base officials. Low 53F. Its heartbreaking and frustrating for all of us.. Maxwell Hockin, who was assigned to 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. After seeing each other inside the nightclub, Mosley followed Martinez outside, and they argued in the parking lot, according to court documents. She died Thursday, officials said. 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.

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