U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND -- A U.S. Air Force Airman, deployed to an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, was found deceased in his residence, August 15, 2024.
Upon discovery, the service member was immediately transported to a local hospital where the member was pronounced dead by medical officials. The cause of death is currently under investigation.
The name of the service member is being withheld until 24 hours after next-of-kin notification.