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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 20-012 - AMV Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Army Vehicle
A Specialist assigned to Huntsville, Texas, died in an Army motor vehicle mishap 12 November 2019 in Walker County, Texas, at 1620 local. The Soldier was driving an M1165 up-armored HMMWV southbound on a highway when it overturned. He and the truck commander were reportedly ejected from the vehicle. Both Soldiers were transported to a local hospital, where the driver later died. The truck commander suffered non-fatal injuries and is currently hospitalized. Speed and seat belt use are unknown at this time. The mishap is under investigation.

 

 

PLR 20-011 - ACV Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Army Vehicle
A 20-year-old Private First Class assigned to Fort Hood, Texas, died in an Army combat vehicle mishap 6 November 2019 at Camp Humphreys, Korea, at 1432 local. The Soldier was driving an M2A3 Bradley Fighting Vehicle when it rolled over during a road test. He was airlifted to a local hospital, where he later died. Four other Soldiers suffered non-fatal injuries. The USACRC is leading a safety investigation into the mishap.

 

 

PLR 20-010 - PMV-2 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-2
A 26-year-old Staff Sergeant assigned to Tampa, Florida, died in a PMV-2 mishap 9 November 2019 in Glade County, Florida, at 1545 local. The Soldier was operating a motorcycle in a group of four riders when he attempted to make a U-turn in the left lane. One of the civilian riders sped up to catch the Soldier and they collided. Both riders died at the scene. The Soldier had completed all Army-required motorcycle training, but was not wearing any personal protective equipment other than boots. The mishap is under investigation.

 

 

PLR 20-009 - Fall Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Other
A 24-year-old Sergeant assigned to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, died in a fall mishap 31 October 2019 on the installation. The Soldier was running on the fourth floor of the barracks when he fell over the balcony head first. He was reportedly under the influence of alcohol. Once emergency services personnel arrived, they immediately began patient care. The Soldier died en route to the hospital.

PLR 20-008 - PMV-4 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-4
A Specialist assigned to Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, died in a PMV-4 mishap 27 October 2019 in Mililani, Hawaii, at 0445 local. The Soldier was riding as a passenger in a vehicle when the designated driver reportedly fell asleep behind the wheel. The vehicle struck a median and flipped multiple times. The Soldier was pronounced dead at a local hospital. The driver and another passenger suffered non-fatal injuries. Seat belt use has not been determined. The mishap is under investigation.

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