A North Carolina Marine base, Camp Lejeune, was shaken by a suspected homicide that occurred in a barracks room on Wednesday evening. According to a statement released by the base, “A Marine was killed in a homicide at Camp Lejeune on Wednesday night and a second Marine was held on suspicion of being involved.” At this time, no further details have been disclosed, including the identities of the Marines involved, the cause of death, or the circumstances surrounding the incident. The suspect was apprehended around 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
Camp Lejeune had previously scheduled an Exercise Urgent Response between October 20 and 28, which is described as an annual exercise aimed at developing and practicing emergency security procedures. The base’s website provided this unrelated information.
With a rich history dating back to 1941, Camp Lejeune has been known as the home of “expeditionary forces in readiness” and has played a vital role in maintaining combat-ready units. Located in Onslow County, North Carolina, the base spans approximately 150,000 acres and boasts 14 miles of beach along the Atlantic Ocean. It currently serves as the home base for the II Marine Expeditionary Force, 2nd Marine Division, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and other combat units and support commands.
Camp Lejeune is host to several major Marine Corps commands and one Navy command, offering entry-level and career-level formal schools, as well as support and training for tenant commands. The base’s vast expanse includes 240 square miles and is utilized for training in amphibious assaults, urban warfare, and joint exercises involving military forces from across the globe.
The investigation into the suspected homicide at Camp Lejeune is ongoing, and authorities have not yet released additional information. Fox News correspondent Matt Finn provides the latest updates on the crime, emphasizing the importance of staying informed about this tragic incident.
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