A Sergeant assigned to Fort Benning, Georgia, died in a PMV-4 mishap 11 November 2020 in Phenix City, Alabama, at 1800 local. Military police were notified by a third party of an undetermined manner of death involving a two-vehicle accident. The unit contacted the Phenix City Police Department, which confirmed a fatal traffic accident involving a Soldier. The Soldier was pronounced dead at the scene. The Soldier’s wife was also involved in the accident and remains in stable condition at a local hospital, where she is in a medically induced coma following surgery. The specific circumstances of the mishap, including speed, seat belt use, alcohol or drugs, are unknown at this time. The mishap is under investigation.

Since 2016, the Army has lost an average of 33 Soldiers a year to PMV-4 mishaps. This mishap is the fifth PMV-4 fatality of FY21.

-Never drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

-Avoid distractions while operating a vehicle.

-Your focus should be on the task of driving safely.

-Pay attention to your surroundings, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the area you’re driving.

-Focus as far to your front as possible, using peripheral vision to scan for obstacles.

-Maintain the posted speed limit.

-Always wear your seat belt and ensure passengers do the same.

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