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National Guard Member Killed, Another Critically Injured in Washington D.C. Shooting
A member of the National Guard, 20-year-old Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, has died from injuries sustained in a shooting in Washington D. C., a tragedy confirmed by military officials. A second guardsman was also shot and remains in critical condition, according to a statement from the D.C. National Guard.The incident is under active investigation by Metropolitan Police Department and federal authorities, who are working to determine the precise circumstances and motive behind the attack. The National Guard has been a consistent presence in the capital's security posture since the January 6th insurrection, and this event raises urgent questions about the safety protocols for service members deployed on domestic duties.The death of Specialist Beckstrom underscores the profound risks faced by citizen-soldiers, even when not in a combat zone. Political leaders have begun calling for a thorough review of security measures for military personnel in the District.The D. C.National Guard expressed its deepest condolences to Beckstrom's family, friends, and fellow unit members, stating the force is 'heartbroken by this profound loss. ' As the investigation continues, the military community mourns a life dedicated to service, cut short on home soil.
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