FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – A 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) soldier died as the result of a training accident on Fort Campbell Wednesday, Aug. 1 around 2 p.m.
The name of the deceased will not be released until 24 hours after next-of-kin notification is complete.
According to Fort Campbell Public Affairs, there were no other injuries and 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 dead.
“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.