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Two Marines Killed in Vehicle Accident at U.S.-Mexico Border

Lance Cpl. Albert Aguilera and Lance Cpl. Marcelino Gamino died in a convoy crash while deployed in New Mexico. One Marine is critically injured.

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  1. Marines killed in vehicle crash during border deployment identified

    The accident, which occurred about 20 miles from Fort Bliss, is under investigation, officials said.

    Marines killed in vehicle crash during border deployment identified

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  2. Military officials identify 2 Marines killed in crash during border deployment

    The region where the accident took place is just over the state line and west of Fort Bliss, a major Army installation in West Texas that has played a critical role in dispatching military deportation flights and served as a touchpoint for thousands of soldiers and pieces of equipment now deployed along the border.

    Military officials identify 2 Marines killed in crash during border deployment

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Updated: Apr 18th, 2025, 3:30 PM ET

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Lance Cpl. Albert A. Aguilera, 22, and Lance Cpl. Marcelino M. Gamino, 28, were killed in a vehicle accident during convoy operations near Santa Teresa, New Mexico. Both Marines belonged to the 1st Combat Engineer Battalion and were supporting Joint Task Force Southern Border operations when the incident occurred. A third unnamed Marine was critically injured. The accident, which is under investigation, has prompted condolences from military officials, who are ensuring support for the deceased's families and the affected Marines.

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