“Marine Lance Corporals Found Dead at N.C. Gas Station Identified”

Three Marine lance corporals stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were found dead at a gas station. The men were discovered unresponsive in a car at a Speedway gas station in Hampstead. The cause of death has not been released, and authorities do not suspect foul play. The men have been identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Merax C. Dockery, and Ivan R. Garcia, all motor vehicle operators with the Combat Logistics Battalion 2. Autopsy results are pending to determine the cause of death. The Marine Corps is providing support to the families during this difficult time. The Oklahoman reported

Three Marine lance corporals stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were found dead over the weekend at a gas station in Hampstead, according to the U.S. Marine Corps. The men were identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, 19, of Madison, Wisconsin; Merax C. Dockery, 23, of Pottawatomie, Oklahoma; and Ivan R. Garcia, 23, of Naples, Florida. They were motor vehicle operators with the Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, and 2nd Marine Logistics Group.

The Pender County Sheriff’s Office received a missing person report for one of the Marines, but no further details were shared. Deputies found the three men unresponsive in a privately owned car at a Speedway gas station and medical authorities pronounced them dead on the same day. The cause of death has not been released, and an autopsy is pending.

Sgt. Chester Ward of the Pender County Sheriff’s Office stated that foul play is not suspected, but they are waiting for autopsy results to determine the cause of death. The sheriff’s office wants to ensure they do not overlook any potential factors contributing to the deaths.

Brig. Gen. Michael McWilliams, commanding general of the 2nd Marine Logistics Group, expressed his condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased Marines. He emphasized the Marine Corps’ commitment to providing necessary resources and support to those affected by the tragic loss.

The cause of death is expected to be determined by Wednesday. The investigation into the deaths is ongoing, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.

In conclusion, the deaths of the three Marine lance corporals at a North Carolina gas station have left their families, friends, and colleagues mourning their loss. The Marine Corps is working to determine the cause of death and providing support to those affected during this difficult time..

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