On March 27 an American service member passed way at the General Silvestras Žukauskas Traning Area in Pabradė where the rotational U.S. Battalion is deployed.
Minister of National Defence Laurynas Kasčiūnas expresses deepest sympathies to the family and comrades of the diseased servicemember. “Passing away of every soldier, our or our Allies national, is a huge loss to us all. My heartfelt condolences to the family and brothers-in-arms. Our Armed Forces are ready to offer every kind of medical, psychological and spiritual support to servicemembers.”
Relevant law enforcement authorities are conducting an investigation into circumstances of death.