Two U.S. Marines were killed and another was critically injured in a vehicle crash that occurred near Santa Teresa, New Mexico, earlier this week while supporting Joint Task Force Southern Border operations, as reported by Fox News.

The deceased were identified by the 1st Marine Division as Lance Cpl. Albert A. Aguilera, 22, of Riverside, California, and Lance Cpl. Marcelino M. Gamino, 28, of Fresno, California. Both Marines were combat engineers assigned to the 1st Combat Engineer Battalion.

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According to an official release from the 1st Marine Division dated April 17, the fatal incident occurred during a convoy movement on April 15.

The release noted that all three Marines involved in the accident were transported to University Medical Hospital in El Paso, Texas, where Aguilera and Gamino were pronounced dead.

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The third Marine remains in critical condition and is currently undergoing treatment. His name has not been released.

Lt. Col. Tyrone A. Barrion, commanding officer of the 1st Combat Engineer Battalion and Task Force Sapper, issued a statement expressing condolences to the families of the fallen.

“The loss of Lance Cpl. Aguilera and Lance Cpl. Gamino is deeply felt by all of us. I extend my heartfelt condolences and prayers to the families of our fallen brothers. Our top priority right now is to ensure that their families, and the Marines affected by their passing, are fully supported during this difficult time.”

The crash remains under investigation, and no further details regarding the cause of the incident have been released.

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Fox News Digital reported that it reached out to the 1st Marine Division for additional information but had not received a response by the time of publication.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth addressed the incident in a statement shared Wednesday on X.

“I am very saddened to learn of the tragic accident yesterday that took the lives of two of our nation’s heroes and seriously injured another,” Hegseth stated. “My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with them, their families, and the unit.”

The Marines had been participating in support operations tied to the federal government’s ongoing efforts at the southern border.

The Joint Task Force Southern Border initiative involves military personnel providing logistical and engineering assistance as part of broader national security measures in the region.

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The Department of Defense has not yet announced funeral arrangements or whether military honors will be held.

The Marine Corps has confirmed that support is being provided to the families of the fallen and the injured service member as the investigation continues.

Original article:

Two U.S. service members died and a third was seriously injured in a vehicle crash near the southern border in New Mexico, according to a statement released Tuesday by U.S. Northern Command on behalf of Joint Task Force-Southern Border.

As reported by The Western Journal, the fatal crash occurred at approximately 8:50 a.m. local time on Tuesday near Santa Teresa, New Mexico.

Emergency responders were called to the scene along New Mexico Highway 9, close to the Santa Teresa Border Patrol Station, shortly before 10 a.m.

Joint Task Force-Southern Border, which was formed in March by U.S. Northern Command, is responsible for coordinating Department of Defense efforts to support border security operations.

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While the statement did not specify the service branch of the individuals involved, a report by The New York Times, citing an unnamed source, said the three service members were U.S. Marines.

The identities of the deceased and the injured service member have not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin. The service member who survived the crash remains hospitalized in serious condition.

U.S. Northern Command did not release further details about the nature of the crash or the mission the service members were conducting at the time. The incident remains under investigation.

Approximately 9,000 U.S. troops are currently stationed at various locations along the southern border as part of broader federal efforts to reinforce border security.

These deployments include both active duty and National Guard personnel assisting with logistics, surveillance, and support for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

In a statement issued to local media, Democratic Rep. Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico expressed condolences following the announcement of the fatalities.

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“I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of two service members today near Santa Teresa,” Vasquez said. “My thoughts are with their families, loved ones, and fellow service members during this difficult time.”

“With the recent deployments to and the new mission at the Southern border, we must fully review the circumstances surrounding this incident,” Vasquez continued.

“We owe it to them—and all who serve—to ensure their safety is never compromised.”

Officials have not confirmed whether the crash was related to operational activities connected to border security.

The Department of Defense and Joint Task Force-Southern Border have not announced when more information will be released.

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