Miramar Marine’s shooting death ruled homicide, under investigation

A 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Marine’s death is currently under investigation by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service and the San Diego Police Department, according to Marine officials.

NBC News reported that Sergeant Christopher Truax was found with a bullet wound in his car in Lemon Grove, California, early Friday morning. Attempts to revive the Marine were unsuccessful.

Sheriff’s deputies approached the car shortly after midnight on Friday and found Truax with a gunshot wound and a woman, according to NBC News.

Police found no bullet holes or shells and the other woman in the car is not considered a suspect, according to NBC.

The death was ruled a homicide by the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office, NBC reported.

"We join Sergeant Christopher Truax's family in mourning the loss of a loved one," Lt. Col. James Bauch, commanding officer MWSS 373, said in a command release. "He was a valued Brother-in-Arms to all who served with him and will be missed. We wish them comfort as they navigate the difficult days ahead."

Truax, a native of Horseheads, New York, was assigned to the Miramar, California, air station as a food service specialist.

He had previously deployed with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. He was married with a 1-year-old son, according to NBC.

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