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Fort Bliss Training Turns Deadly, Soldier KilledinAccident 2023

El Paso, TX – A Fort Bliss soldier was killed & 5 other were injured during a ‘Tactical training accident’ at the military base on July 23, 2023.

The soldier, whose name has not yet been released, was participating in a routine training exercise when the accident occurred. Details surrounding the cause of the accident have not been disclosed as the incident remains under investigation.

This marks the first training fatality at Fort Bliss this year. The base averages approximately one training death per year, according to statistics.

Maj. Gen. James P. Isenhower III, Fort Bliss Garrison Commander, shared a Facebook post on 1st division armored official page “We are deeply saddened by the st loss of one of our own. Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased.”

Fort Bliss officials say they will conduct a thorough investigation into the training accident to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences. Additional safety precautions for training exercises are likely to be implemented.

Fort Bliss is home to the 1st Armored Division and serves as a premier military installation for all branches of the armed forces. Located in western Texas and New Mexico, it is one of the largest military bases in the United States, consisting approximately 17000 lethal trained soldier’s shared by army report.

The deceased soldier’s identity will be released pending notification of next of kin. Further details on the training accident will be made available as the investigation continues.

This tragic training accident is a reminder of the dangers America’s brave service members face on a daily basis, even during routine exercises. The local El Paso community mourns the loss of this Fort Bliss soldier.

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