November 1st 2024.
The military community was shocked and saddened by the news of the death of Sergeant Sarah Roque, a 23-year-old US Army sergeant who was allegedly murdered by her fellow soldier, Specialist Wooster Rancy. It is believed that Rancy, a 21-year-old combat engineer, killed Roque and left her body in a dumpster on the military base where they were both stationed.
Roque was reported missing on October 21, and her remains were discovered the following evening in a dumpster on the Fort Leonard Wood base in Missouri. Major General Christopher Beck stated that the entire base was devastated by the tragic loss of Roque. Three days after her body was found, Rancy was taken into custody as a person of interest in connection with her death.
On Wednesday, the Army Office of Special Trial Counsel officially charged Rancy with murder and obstruction of justice. He is currently in pretrial confinement and awaiting his preliminary hearing. Beck expressed his sorrow for the loss of Roque and the impact it has had on the base. He also mentioned that the Army is providing support and resources for Roque's unit and family during this difficult time.
Roque, who hailed from Lubbock, Texas, had joined the Army in 2020 and received basic combat training at Fort Leonard Wood. She was a bridge crew member and mine dog handler and had earned several awards and medals during her service. Rancy, from North Miami, Florida, joined the Army in 2022 and also trained at the same base. He served as a combat engineer with the 509th Clearance Company within the 5th Engineer Battalion.
The Department of Army Criminal Investigation Division is currently handling the investigation into Roque's murder. Her death comes just five months after another female American soldier was found murdered in her apartment near the Army base where she was stationed in Tennessee.
The loss of Sergeant Sarah Roque has deeply affected the military community and serves as a tragic reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve in the armed forces. The Army is committed to seeking justice for Roque and providing support to her loved ones during this difficult time.
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