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March 23, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Release 19-042

Media Advisory
DoD announces death of Fort Carson Soldier
FORT CARSON, Colo. – The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Fort
Carson Soldier who was supporting Operation Freedom’s Sentinel.
Spc. Joseph P. Collette, 29, of Lancaster, Ohio, died March 22, of wounds sustained when his
unit encountered enemy fire while serving in Afghanistan.
"The 71st Ordnance Group (EOD) is deeply saddened by the loss of Spc. Joseph P. Collette. We
extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to his Family and friends," said Col. David K.
Green, commander of 71st Ordnance Group (EOD).
Spc. Collette was assigned to the 242nd Ordnance Battalion, 71st Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Group. Full service information and photo are attached. This incident is under investigation.
For more information contact the Fort Carson Public Affairs Office at
(719) 526-4143/7525. After hours, please contact the 24-hour Fort Carson Operations Center
at 526-5500 and ask for the On-Call Public Affairs Officer.
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