Fort Campbell soldier killed, another injured while training

One soldier was killed and another injured in an early morning accident Thursday in Kentucky, according to a 101st Airborne Division press release.

Spc. James T. Roberts, 26, was assigned to 1st Squadron, 33rd Cavalry Regiment, when he died after being struck by a military vehicle during a training exercise at Fort Campbell around 2:30 a.m.

The Nashville, Tennessee, native joined the Army as an intelligence analyst in September 2018. In 2020, Roberts deployed to the southwest U.S. border.

His awards and decorations include the Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.

“Our prayers, thoughts, and abiding support are with the Roberts family,” Roberts squadron commander, Lt. Col. Jason T. Shuff, said. “Specialist Roberts was a beloved member of our intelligence section, and a friend to many in the squadron. His loss leaves a scar on our hearts.”

Roberts is survived by his wife, son and his mother.

The injured soldier was treated for their injuries and has been released. The incident is under investigation, according to the Army.

In Other News

US Naval Community College launches health science program

The Navy’s community college is partnering with Western Governors University to provide sailors with an associate degree in health science.

January 6 convict asks for light sentence in order to remain in Navy

An active-duty service member convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack urged a judge for a light sentence in order to remain in the Navy.

Agreement helps military spouses keep federal jobs in overseas moves

Here's how an agreement between the Pentagon and State Department will help federally employed military spouses move their jobs overseas in a PCS.

Navy ship underway for Gaza pier mission suffers fire, returns to US

The cargo ship 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo suffered a fire in its engine room Thursday, forcing it to return to Florida, the Navy said.

VA to largely end animal testing on dogs, cats within two years

The Department of Veterans Affairs is slated to largely end testing on dogs, cats and nonhuman primates within the next two years.

Load More