FIRST ON FOX — A U.S. Marine Corps. student died during a nighttime live-fire training event on Thursday, officials said.
The Marine was assigned as a student to the School of Infantry-West aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. An investigation into the circumstances of the death is ongoing, Major Joshua J. Pena said in a news release.
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Marine Corps Pfc. Tristian Gdisis simulates providing security during a night patrol training event at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 23, 2021. (U.S. Department of Defense)
“The command is fully cooperating with the investigation efforts,” Pena said. “SOI-W is providing support to the family and peers of the deceased during this difficult time. There is no additional information available at this time.”
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