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06-05-2025
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US Army Black Hawk pilot found dead in Honduras, investigation underway
The U.S. Army is investigating after a Black Hawk pilot was found dead while off base in Honduras. 1st Lt. Marciano Parisano, a 25-year-old from Cibolo, Texas who was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 228 Aviation Regiment, was discovered deceased in Comayagua on Saturday, according to the Army. "It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts; we acknowledge the passing of Lieutenant Marciano Parisano. He served our unit and mission here at Soto Cano Air Base with dignity, pride and courage," U.S. Army Col. Daniel Alder, the commander of Joint Task Force-Bravo, said in a statement. "As a UH-60 Blackhawk pilot with the 228 Aviation Regiment, his contribution to our team is immeasurable," Alder also said. "He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know him and serve with him." TRUMP TO HOST MILITARY PARADE TO CELEBRATE ARMY'S 250th BIRTHDAY, HONOR ACTIVE-DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS The Army said Parisano was on authorized leave "when his body was discovered." Read On The Fox News App "An investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is ongoing," the Army also said. Stars and Stripes, citing Honduran newspaper El Heraldo, reported that Parisano's body was found on the banks of the Chiquito River. "The investigation into the cause of death is being led by the Honduran National Police in coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Honduras and the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Department," it also said. Faa Investigating After 'Green Laser' Flashed At Black Hawk Helicopter Officials said Parisano graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 2023 and attended aviation training school in Alabama. "He earned the rank of 1st Lt., on November 27, 2024. Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras was his first duty station where he served as a UH-60 Blackhawk pilot with the 1st Battalion, 228 Aviation Regiment," according to the Army. "His awards include the National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge [gold], Air Assault Badge, and Army Aviation 'wings.'" Original article source: US Army Black Hawk pilot found dead in Honduras, investigation underway
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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U.S. Army pilot found dead on riverbank in Honduras; police investigating
A U.S. Army soldier was found dead on a riverbank several miles from an airbase in Honduras this weekend, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The body of 1st Lt. Marciano Parisano, 25, was found off base in Comayagua, a city in the west-central part of the country, the U.S. Army said. At 2:00 p.m. local time on May 3, a person reported finding a body on the banks of the Chiquito River, according to a newsletter from the Honduran National Police. Police immediately went to the scene, police said, and launched an investigation. During a search of the area, police found a damaged cell phone that allegedly belonged to Parisano, according to police. Comayagua is about five miles from Soto Cano Air Base, where Parisano was stationed. Parisano was there on leave, the U.S. Embassy said in a statement. The Honduran National Police said that the agency had already identified suspects in the case, and ruled out robbery as a potential motive. The investigation into Parisano's death is being led by the Honduran National Police, in coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Honduras and the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Department, the Army and Honduran National Police both said. 1st Lt. Marciano Parisano. / Credit: U.S. Army Parisano was a UH-60 Blackhawk Pilot with the 1st Battalion, 228 Aviation Regiment, the Army said. He graduated from West Point in 2023, then attended aviation training school at Alabama's Fort Novosel. He earned the rank of 1st Lt. on Nov. 27, 2024. Soto Cano Air Base was his first duty station. During his military career, Parisano was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge [gold], Air Assault Badge, and Army Aviation "wings," the Army said. "Our deepest sympathies are with the Parisano family and our Soto Cano family while we mourn the loss of 1st Lt. Marciano Parisano," said U.S. Army Col. Daniel Alder, Joint Task Force-Bravo commander, in a statement. The rise of "Barstool Conservatism" Student loan borrower shares her story as collections resume for those in default What to expect on Day 1 of the papal conclave
Yahoo
05-05-2025
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101st Airborne paratrooper pleads guilty in fentanyl death of fellow soldier
A 101st Airborne Division soldier pleaded guilty to selling a fellow soldier fentanyl-laced pills that killed him. Spc. Ryan J. Faubel, 24 pleaded guilty to the negligent homicide in the death of Pfc. Ivan F. Rios-Segui, 25. According to charging sheets, Faubel sold fentanyl-laced Percocet, a brand-name painkiller medication, to Rios-Segui on the day of his death. Rios-Segui died July 1, 2022, while stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He was an Infantryman assigned to the 101st Airborne Division's 2nd Brigade Combat Team. Rios-Segui joined the Army in September 2019 and arrived at Fort Campbell in April 2020. His awards included the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon. Faubel, an infantryman with the 2nd Mobile Brigade Combat Team, was sentenced by a military judge on April 28 to one year in prison and directed to forfeit his pay and allowances under a plea deal. He was discharged with bad conduct from the Army. According to the Army, Rios-Segui failed to show up for work on July 1, leading his squad leader to try to contact him for hours before going to his home on base. When no one answered the door, the squad leader contacted military police, who found Rios-Segui unresponsive. Emergency medical personnel declared him dead at the scene. When Army investigators reviewed Rios-Segui's phone after he died, they found SnapChat conversations that indicated Faubel had sold him fentanyl-laced pills earlier that day. Rios-Segui grew up in New Haven, Connecticut and Puerto Rico, according to an online obituary posted by the North Haven Funeral Home. Rios-Segui, it said, 'loved people and was a very social man' who enjoyed making others smile. 'He was a meme collector and loved to tell a good joke,' the obit said. Rios-Segui liked going to the shooting range to 'blow off a little steam,' watching anime, swimming, fishing and gaming. He was a lover of 'American muscle cars', according to the obituary. 'This case highlights the devastating consequences and significant risks of drug use by servicemembers and members of the public, especially in a time when Fentanyl has become an increasingly rampant and widespread danger,' Capt. Tyler Loontjer, a prosecutor with the Army Office of Special Trial Counsel, said in a release. Faubel joined the Army in August 2020 and arrived at Fort Campbell in May 2021. He had no deployments. His awards included the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Army Service Ribbon, and the Air Assault Badge. Faubel faced four charges for wrongful use or possession of controlled substances, which included fentanyl and cocaine, and another for violating good order and discipline, which were dismissed under the plea deal. He is in confinement at Fort Campbell and awaiting a transfer to military prison, according to Army officials. 'Spc. Faubel's plea takes responsibility for the tragic death that resulted from his actions and delivers justice in this case amid the nation's ongoing Fentanyl crisis,' said Army prosecutor Capt. Kirby Ammons. 'This resolution marks an important first step in the healing process for Pfc. Rios-Segui's family and Spc. Faubel, while sending a clear message that those who distribute dangerous substances within our ranks will be held accountable.' In April, the Department of Defense said in a release that fatal overdoses of active duty service members involving fentanyl 'reached a seven-year low' in 2023. The release referenced a Congressionally-mandated report that reviewed cases between 2019 and 2023, and found that fatal overdoses among troops averaged 4.4 out of 100,000 people. Across the U.S., the fatal overdose rate was 29.2 per 100,000 people. Commandant says Marines should have a say in whether they change duty stations Space Force Special Operations Command is on its way Army reverses course on banning fun and games for soldiers in Kuwait A meal card foul-up at Fort Johnson underscores a bigger Army problem Sailor wins $7,500 settlement after his car was towed and auctioned off while deployed
Yahoo
19-04-2025
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Wayne W. Gamble, Warren, Ohio
WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Wayne W. Gamble, 69, of Covington, Georgia formerly of Warren, Ohio, departed this life Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Piedmont Newton, following a brief illness. He was born June 15, 1955 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Willis and Annie Coleman Gamble. Find obituaries from your high school He was a 1973 graduate of South High School and attended Youngstown State University, before becoming an electrician. Wayne was employed for 38 years at Republic Steel, renamed RG Steel, before retiring. He also was a part-time driver for Covington Ford and worked the election polls. He served honorably for 20 years in the U.S. Army as a Military Police Officer, obtaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. He served during Desert Shield/Desert Storm, receiving, the Army Service Ribbon, Humanitarian Service Medal, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medals, Professional Development Ribbon, Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with one bronze star, Army Commendation medal, expert marksmanship badge rifle and sharpshooter marksmanship badge pistol. He was a member of Monument of Faith C.O.G.I.C., where he worked security. After moving to Georgia, he attended the Word of Faith Family Worship Cathedral. He enjoyed attending father & daughter dances with Danika and Aniyah, the Gateway Clipper boat in Pittsburgh, taking his wife to the Poconos and taking her on limousine dates. Wayne also enjoyed going to the gun range, grilling for family and friends, traveling and going on vacation. He was past Master of Rising Sun Lodge #90, 32nd Degree of Bezalel Consistory #15, past Potentate and Deputy of Al Asir Temple #210, Excelsior #39 Royal Arch Masons and Eminent Commander of Golgotha Commandery #36. He leaves to mourn his wife, Karen Logan Gamble of Covington, Geogia; his children, Michael (Julie) Gamble of Delaware, OH, Angel Cash of Austintown, Ohio, Danika Windom of Atlanta, Georgia and Aniyah of Covington, Georgia; Goddaughters, Dr. Erica Booker and Empress Blackwell; aunts, Virginia Coleman, Jennie Coleman, Shirley Green and Daisy Mae Oden; uncle, Simmie Coleman; special friends, Marshall Coney and Eric Hall and a host of relatives and friends. Wayne will be remembered as a gentle giant loved by many. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; siblings, Diane Alexander and Dwight Gamble and grandson, Hylan Cash. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Monument of Faith C.O.G.I.C. calling hours will be held Friday, April 25, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Masonic Service at 7:00) at the Sterling-McCullough Williams Funeral Chapel. Burial will take place Monday, April 27 at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Arrangements of comfort were handled by the Sterling-McCullough Williams Funeral Home. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Wayne W. Gamble, please click here to visit our Sympathy 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-04-2025
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25-Year-Old West Point Grad Becomes First Woman to Complete Army's 3-Day Best Ranger Competition
The U.S. Army's Best Ranger Competition has its first female finisher. First Lt. Gabrielle A. White and her teammate, Capt. Seth Deltenre, completed the annual three-day competition at Camp Roger in Fort Benning, Georgia, on April 13. White, a 25-year-old West Point graduate, became the first woman to compete and finish the intensive challenge. White and Deltenre placed 14th out of the 52 two-person teams in the competition, which involves more than 30 events such as combat water survival, bayonet obstacle course, ballistic breaching, helocast, rope bridge, military knots and other physically and mentally taxing skills. Related: Army First Sergeant Needs Help to 'Rescue' Pup He Befriended Overseas: 'It's So Dangerous Here for a Dog Like Her' Army spokesman Christopher Surridge told PEOPLE that White is an 11A (infantry officer) 'assigned to the Maneuver Captains Career Course, B Company, 3rd Battalion, 81st Armored Regiment, 199th Infantry Brigade.' White graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in May 2021 and completed Ranger School in April 2022. White's past accolades, per Surridge, include 'two Army Commendation Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Ranger Tab and Air Assault Badge.' is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Related: Woman Breaks Record for World's Biggest Female Mouth Gape — Watch Her Fit Everyday Objects in Her 'Very Tall' Mouth The Best Ranger Competition's website describes the challenge, launched in 1982, as a 'grueling competition, starring the best soldiers of the world.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Soldiers Kevin Moore and Griffin Hokanson won the 2025 competition. Ten years ago, the Army started allowing women to enter U.S. Army Ranger School in 2015 — with Kristen Marie Griest and Shaye Lynne Haver becoming the first two women to graduate that year. Read the original article on People
