Fort Campbell
Fort Campbell, KY – At approximately 2:00pm Wednesday, August 1st, 2018 a 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Soldier died as the result of a training accident on Fort Campbell.
The name of the deceased will not be released until 24 hours after next-of-kin notification is complete.
There were no other injuries. The unit was conducting routine training at the time of the accident. The Soldier was evacuated to Blanchfield Army Community Hospital on Fort Campbell where he was pronounced deceased.
“Our hearts mourn for the family during this tragic time,” said Brig. Gen. Todd Royar, acting senior commander of the 101st Airborne and Fort Campbell. “We are eternally grateful for this Soldier’s service to his country and to the 101st Airborne Division.”
The cause of the accident is under investigation.
