Texas National Guardsman dies from self-inflicted gunshot wound

The member died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound from an M4 carbine to the head in Eagle Pass, Texas, at around 8:20 a.m., according to a document obtained by the Army Times.

The Texas Military Department confirmed the death to the outlet and said it would withhold the service member’s name until the family is notified.

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott confirmed the death in a news release and asked Texans to pray for the family of the deceased.

“Cecilia and I are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic loss of a soldier with the Texas National Guard. Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of the soldier,” the governor said. “Texas Rangers are leading the investigation, as the Texas National Guard and Texas Department of Public Safety coordinate with local law enforcement.”

He added that any Texas resident in crisis should seek help “immediately” from family, loved ones, or mental health services.

Beto O’Rourke, the Democratic candidate for governor, wrote on Twitter expressing his regret at hearing of the soldier’s death.

“My thoughts are with his family, community, and the members of the Guard who served all of us alongside him,” he tweeted. “They should never be used as political pawns.”

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It is unknown whether the death is the result of a suicide. However, if so, it would be the fifth-suspected suicide linked to the border security mission, Operation Lone Star, and the 10th death since Sept. 2021, per the Army Times.