FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. (Sept. 8, 2025) — The Soldier who was pronounced deceased Sept. 5 after an incident that occurred around 10:30 a.m. on a rifle range has been identified as Pvt. Andrey Okunev.
Okunev, an 18-year-old National Guard Soldier from California, was assigned to Company B, 1st Battalion, 48th Infantry Regiment.
The investigation into the cause of the death continues by Fort Leonard Wood law enforcement and the Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division.
“We are deeply saddened and truly heartbroken by the loss of Pvt. Okunev, and our deepest condolences and sincerest sympathies are with his family, friends and unit,” said Maj. Gen. Chris Beck, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood commanding general. “During this difficult time, our chaplains, grief counselors and other medical professionals are providing comfort, care and support to those affected by this tragedy.”
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