Sullivan Mourns Arctic Angels Killed in Vehicle Accident

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) released the following statement today regarding a devastating military vehicle accident that occurred near Salcha, Alaska on Monday which took the lives of two Ft. Wainwright soldiers and injured twelve others.

“Julie and I are praying for the family members of the Ft. Wainwright-based soldiers who lost their lives yesterday in a tragic vehicle crash, as well as for the 12 surviving soldiers being treated in Fairbanks and Anchorage.

“Members of the 11^th Airborne Division, our state’s own ‘Arctic Angels,’ put their lives at risk every day to defend our country, whether serving thousands of miles away or conducting training exercises at home. Alaska relies on our strong military, and we owe them and their families a profound debt of gratitude for their service. Today, the 11^th Airborne Division needs our support and prayers.”

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