Special Forces soldier dies in accident in Niger
STARS AND STRIPES
By ALEX HORTON
Published: February 11, 2017
SAN ANTONIO — An Army Special Forces officer was killed in a non-combat accident in Niger on Feb. 2, the Army said Friday.
Warrant Officer 1 Shawn Thomas, 35, was killed in a vehicle accident in Niger, according to a statement released by U.S. Africa Command. Another soldier was injured in the accident, which occurred during a “routine administrative movement” between partner force outposts, the release stated.
“Our hearts and prayers go out to their families during this difficult time,” the Africa Command release stated.
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