FORT HOOD, Texas – Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences finalized its autopsy of Pvt. Mejhor Morta confirming earlier reports that his death was by drowning and no foul play was involved. “Our deepest sympathies are with his teammates and family during this difficult time,” said Maj. Gen. Jeffery Broadwater, commander, 1st Cavalry Division. “Although the […]

By Brandy Cruz, FORT HOOD Public Affairs HARKER HEIGHTS, Texas – Daughter, sister, friend, leader, encourager, competitor, singer and giver of hugs. Those are all descriptions of 2nd Lt. Emily Perez, but above all those descriptions, her greatest joy was the love and faith she had in God … and country. Emily was the first […]

FORT HOOD, Texas – The III Armored Corps hosted eight representatives during a Congressional delegation visit Sept. 18. Members from the House Armed Services Committee and the Committee of Oversight and Reform met with junior enlisted Soldiers and junior enlisted spouses, received updates from command teams, Department of Emergency Services, U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, […]

FORT HOOD, Texas – The III Armored Corps is ready to support the congressional delegation that is scheduled to visit FORT HOOD on Sept. 18. Members from the House Armed Services Committee and the Committee of Oversight and Reform are visiting FORT HOOD to meet with Soldiers and leadership teams to receive information on several […]

FORT HOOD, Texas — “Rumors of an active shooter on FORT HOOD are false; no shots were fired. An active duty Soldier made homicidal threats towards his leadership and is currently in custody by FORT HOOD law enforcement officers. Again, no shots have been fired and an active shooter situation did not occur on FORT HOOD.” said […]