A Texas National Guard soldier has died in a non-mission-related incident in the town of Brackettville, the Guard announced Monday
The soldier was assigned to Operation Lone Star, a state-led effort in response to migrant crossings at the border with Mexico. Bracketville is about 30 miles from the border town of Del Rio, Texas.The soldier was airlifted to a hospital in San Antonio. "We are deeply saddened by this loss," Maj. Gen. Tracy Norris, the top general for the Texas Military Department , said in a statement.
It was unclear whether the discharge was from the soldier's weapon. Gov. Greg Abbott said offered condolences to the soldier's family. "The Texas National Guard plays an important role in our efforts to keep communities safe and we are grateful for their courage and commitment," he added."The Texas Rangers will conduct a thorough investigation into this tragedy and the Texas Military Department is taking action to ensure such loss of life never happens again.
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