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Three Marine lance corporals stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were found dead at a gas station. The men were identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Merax C. Dockery, and Ivan R. Garcia. The cause of death has not been released, but authorities do not suspect foul play. The Pender County Sheriff’s Office is awaiting autopsy results to determine the cause of death. The U.S. Marine Corps is providing support to the families and colleagues of the deceased marines during this difficult time. Headlines Update reported
The U.S. Marine Corps has identified three men who were found dead at a gas station in North Carolina as Marine lance corporals stationed at Camp Lejeune. The Pender County Sheriff’s Office discovered the bodies of the three men in a privately owned car at a Speedway gas station in Hampstead. The cause of death has not yet been released, but authorities do not suspect foul play.
The men have been 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 at Camp Lejeune.
Brig. Gen. Michael McWilliams, commanding general of the 2nd Marine Logistics Group, expressed his condolences to the families and friends of the deceased Marines. He emphasized that the focus is on providing necessary resources and support to those affected by the tragic loss.
Sgt. Chester Ward of the Pender County Sheriff’s Office stated that the cause of death could be determined as early as Wednesday. The Sheriff’s Office had received a missing person report for one of the Marines, but no further details were provided.
The deaths of these young Marines are a tragic loss for their families, friends, and colleagues. As the investigation continues, it is important to remember and honor their service and sacrifice. The Marine Corps community and the nation mourn the loss of these brave individuals and offer their support to those affected by this tragedy..
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