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Fort Carson soldier suspected of rape found dead
Posted: 03.06.2013 at 5:36 PM
Travis Ruiz

Travis Ruiz is the Social Media Manager and Interactive Managing Editor for FOX21 News.com

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FORT CARSON, COLO. -- A Fort Carson solider suspected of rape was found dead on post, according to base officials.

The soldier, along with another soldier, was being investigated for a possible rape that happened over the weekend, Fort Carson officials said.

Officials said the soldier was found dead in his on-post quarters.

The soldier's cause of death remains under investigation. The rape is also under investigation, officials said.

Charges have yet to be filed in this case.


Statement from Fort Carson officials:
"Two Fort Carson Soldiers are being investigated for possible rape believed to have been committed over the weekend. One of the suspects was found dead in his on-post quarters and the cause of death as well as the suspected rape are still under investigation by law enforcement officials. No charges have been filed at this time."
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