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Preliminary Loss Reports (PLRs)

MEDIA Preliminary Loss Reports

About Preliminary Loss Reports (PLRs)

PLRs are intended to be used as an engagement tool for leaders to discuss the hazards and trends impacting Soldier safety and readiness. A PLR contains only basic information, as the investigation is ongoing, but provides sufficient background to allow leaders an opportunity to communicate risk at the Soldier level.

 

PLR 23-089 - PMV-2 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-2
A 23-year-old Sergeant assigned to Destin, Florida, died in a PMV-2 mishap 21 July 2023 in Crestview, Florida, at 2128 local. The Soldier was traveling at a high rate of speed when a pickup truck in front of him slowed to make a left turn. He tried to pass the truck in a no-pass zone, crashed into the left corner of the truck and sustained fatal injuries. Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) responded to the scene and contacted Eglin Air Force Base Security Forces, who then notified the commander. The Soldier was properly licensed and completed the required Motorcycle Safety Foundation training. The specific circumstances of the mishap, including the Soldier’s use of personal protective equipment, and speed and alcohol as contributing factors, are unknown. The unit/safety points of contact are waiting for FHP to release its final report.

Since FY18, the Army has lost an average of 24 Soldiers a year to PMV-2 mishaps. This mishap was the 30th PMV-2 fatality of FY23 and above the number of fatalities for the same time period last year.

Safety tip

Safety tips for passing vehicles:
  • Always ride in a position where drivers can see you in their mirror while you wait for a safe opportunity to pass.

  • Before committing to passing a slow-moving vehicle, be cautious of the vehicle’s actions. The vehicle in front of you could be making your pass easier, or they could be preparing to turn into a driveway or road you haven't seen on the left.

  • Signal before you start to pass and keep an eye on the vehicle you are passing to anticipate potential sources of conflict.

  • Always be prepared for last-second maneuvers by other drivers, and always consider someone driving slowly as a possibility for a non-signaled, unsafe U-turn.

  • Ensure you have the right to pass, i.e., in a passing zone which increases your visibility for unseen hazards such as driveways, intersections and other places where vehicles may enter or exit the road ahead.

 

 

PLR 23-088 - Other Ground Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Other
A 22-year-old Specialist assigned to the Army National Guard, Pontotoc, Mississippi, died in an off-duty ground other ground mishap 6 August 2023 in Houston, Mississippi, at 1300 local. The Soldier was leaving drill and en route to his home, riding as a rear passenger in a vehicle. The driver pulled over to switch driving duties with another occupant. Before the vehicle started traveling again, a tree fell on its roof, fatally injuring the Soldier and another occupant.

Since FY18, the Army has lost an average of three Soldiers a year to off-duty ground other ground mishaps. This mishap was the second off-duty ground other ground fatality of FY23 and above the number of fatalities for the same time period last year.
 

 

 

 

PLR 23-087 - PMV-2 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-2
A 26-year-old Sergeant assigned to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, died in a PMV-2 mishap 4 August 2023 in Clarksville, Tennessee, at 1827 local. The Soldier reportedly was involved in a collision with another vehicle and sustained fatal injuries. He had a valid license and completed the required Motorcycle Safety Foundation training. The specific circumstances of the mishap, including the Soldier’s use of personal protective equipment or if speed and alcohol were contributing factors, are currently unknown. The unit/safety points of contact are waiting for law enforcement to release its final report.

Since FY18, the Army has lost an average of 24 Soldiers a year to PMV-2 mishaps. This mishap was the 29th PMV-2 fatality of FY23 and above the number of fatalities for the same time period last year.
 

 

 

 

PLR 23-086 - PMV-2 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-2
A 44-year-old Sergeant assigned to the Army National Guard, Ada, Oklahoma, on Title 32 orders, died in a PMV-2 mishap 5 August 2023 in Ada at 0740 local. The Soldier was traveling from his home to his drill location when he was involved in a single-vehicle crash. He was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The specific circumstances of the mishap, including completion of the required Motorcycle Safety Foundation training, proper licensing, speed and the Soldier’s use of personal protective equipment, are currently unknown. The unit/safety points of contact are waiting for law enforcement to release its final report.

Since FY18, the Army has lost an average of 24 Soldiers a year to PMV-2 mishaps. This mishap was the 28th PMV-2 fatality of FY23 and above the number of fatalities for the same time period last year.
 

 

PLR 23-085 – Off-Duty Sports, Recreations and Physical Training Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Sports & Recreation
A 20-year-old Private assigned to Fort Cavazos, Texas, died in an off-duty water-related mishap 3 August 2023 near Belton, Texas, at 1750 local. While swimming at Belton Lake in the vicinity of Morgan’s Point Resort with four other Soldiers, the Soldier went underwater and did not resurface. The other Soldiers contacted the Bell County Sheriff’s Department (BCSD). The Morgan’s Point Resort Police Department (MPRPD) dive team began search-and-rescue efforts. The Criminal Investigation Division was notified and initiated a joint investigation with BCSD. The dive team recovered the Soldier’s body the following morning.

Since 2018, the Army has lost an average of seven Soldiers a year to off-duty water-related mishaps. This was the fifth off-duty water-related mishap of FY23 and above the number of off-duty water-related fatalities from this time last year.

Safety tips

Swimming in open water (lakes, rivers, ponds and the ocean) is harder than in a pool. People tire faster and get into trouble more quickly. A person can go underwater in a murky lake, making them very hard to find, or be swept away in currents.
 
  • Swim in a life-guarded area, especially if you are not a strong swimmer.

  • Be cautious of sudden drop-offs in lakes and rivers. People who can't swim or aren't strong swimmers have slipped into deeper water and drowned.

  • Stay sober when on or in the water. Alcohol and other drugs increase the effects of weather, temperature and wave action.

  • For more information, please visit https://safety.army.mil/OFF-DUTY/Sports-and-Recreation/Water-Safety.

 

 
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