Amherst soldier dies in training accident in California

Published
June 12, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Fort Irwin, California
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Incident type
Workplace, Crash

Summary

Car Crash Fort Irwin California in Fort Irwin, California: Spc. Adrian Bonsey, a 3rd Infantry Division Soldier from Amherst, was killed during a training exercise at Fort Irwin, California, when an M2 Bradley struck him at approximately 4:30 a.m. The incident occurred in the training area during hours of limited visibility and is currently under investigation.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Spc. Adrian Bonsey Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Amherst soldier dies in training accident in California | News 4 Buffalo

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