California Governor Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Hesperia Soldier: Sgt. James K. Healy

01/10/2008 -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. James K. Healy, of Hesperia, CA:

"Maria and I stand with all Californians in honoring Sergeant James Healy for his service in the United States Army. James will be remembered as a protector of freedom and a patriot of our country. Maria and I are deeply saddened by this loss and we wish to extend our thoughts and prayers to his family."

Healy, 25, died Jan. 7 at Jalalabad Airfield, Afghanistan as a result of wounds suffered when his vehicle struck an improvised explosive device in Laghar Juy, Afghanistan. Healy was assigned to the 703rd Explosive Ordnance Detachment, United States Army, Fort Knox, KY.

In honor of Sgt. Healy, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.

Source: California Governor

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