A Fort Hood soldier who was found unresponsive in his off-post home on Friday has been identified.
Officials at the Texas post said Spc. Korey Deonte James died in Killeen, Texas, according to an Army press release.
The 21-year-old had been assigned to the 3rd Cavalry Regiment at Fort Hood since January. He had served on active duty since August 2014 as a food service specialist, according to the release.
James' awards and decorations include the National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.
The Killeen Police Department is investigating the incident.
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