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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 19-027 - AMV Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Army Vehicle
A Private First Class assigned to 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas, died in an Army motor vehicle mishap 14 January 2019 at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, at 1900 local. The Soldier was operating a Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a movement with limited visibility when he drove off the side of a 17-foot wadi and came to rest inverted.

ENGAGEMENT TIPS:

While the investigation into this mishap is ongoing and we do not know the exact details yet, here are some actions you can take to mitigate a similar incident from happening in your formation:

  • When possible, conduct a thorough METT-TC analysis, including a real-time risk assessment, before tactical movements.

  • Ensure your crews are properly trained and demonstrate their ability to use night vision systems.

  • Observe your crews rehearsing emergency and rollover egress drills.

PLR 19-026 - PMV-4 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-4
A 25-year-old Specialist assigned to III Corps, Fort Hood, Texas, died in a PMV-4 mishap 12 January 2019 near El Paso, Texas, at 1232 local. The Soldier was on PCS leave when his vehicle reportedly entered the median and crashed. He was wearing a seat belt.

PLR 19-025 - AMV Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Army Vehicle
A Specialist assigned to Operation Atlantic Resolve died in an Army motor vehicle mishap 13 January 2019 at the Grafenwohr Training Area, Germany, during wash rack operations. The Soldier was standing to the rear side of a Light Equipment Transporter trailer when the vehicle began to reposition. The Soldier was pinned beneath the trailer axle and sustained fatal injuries as a result. The USACRC is leading a safety investigation into the mishap.

PLR 19-024 - PMV-4 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-4
A 20-year-old Specialist assigned to 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Georgia, died from injuries he suffered in a PMV-4 mishap 7 January 2019 near Newnan, Georgia, at 2215 local. The Soldier was traveling on the interstate when his vehicle left the road and crashed for unknown reasons. He was evacuated to a hospital and died three days later following removal from life support equipment.

PLR 19-023 - PMV-4 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-4
A 19-year-old Private First Class assigned to the XVIII Airborne Corps, with assignment at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, died in a PMV-4 mishap 5 January 2019 near Kent, Washington, at 1825 local. The Soldier was traveling southbound on an interstate highway when his vehicle crashed.
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