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In a statement released Thursday, Army officials said there was no foul play evident in the death of 20-year-old Pvt. Ana Basaldua Ruiz.
“A loss of any one of our Soldiers is a tragedy and it is no different in the death of Private Ana Basalduaruiz [sic]. Our hearts and thoughts go out to the family, friends and colleagues of Ana,” said Col. Christopher Dempsey, commander, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. “We have remained in constant contact with both parents of Private Basalduaruiz [sic], and will continue to keep them updated.”
Earlier Thursday, the parents of Basaldua Ruiz alluded that their daughter was the "victim of a heinous crime" in a statement they released through The Pink Berets, a non-profit organization assisting women in the military.
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