A tragic vehicle accident near Santa Teresa, New Mexico, has claimed the lives of two U.S. service members and left another in serious condition, according to the Joint Task Force Southern Border (JTF-SB) Public Affairs Office.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:50 a.m. MDT while the service members were deployed in support of Joint Task Force Southern Border operations. Details surrounding the accident remain under investigation.
The third service member involved in the crash is currently receiving treatment at a local medical facility and is reported to be in serious condition.
Officials have not released the names of the deceased, citing the need to notify next of kin before any further details are shared publicly.
The cause of the accident remains under investigation. Authorities have pledged to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Our thoughts are with the families of the service members affected by this tragic incident.
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