Suspect In Missing Soldier Vanessa Guillen Case Commits Suicide, Another Arrested

The case of Vanessa Guillen may be heating up now that one suspect has been arrested and another has taken his own life.

BYErika Marie
Link Copied to Clipboard!
4.0K Views
Larry W. Smith / Stringer / Getty Images

After weeks of searching, the remains for missing soldier Vanessa Guillen may have been found. Recently, the remains of another soldier were discovered, but this new revelation may just end the harrowing search for the missing soldier. There have been plenty of rumors circulating about Guillen's case, including her reported accusations against one of her superiors after she alleged sexually inappropriate behavior.

"We have made significant progress in this tragic situation and are doing everything possible to get to the truth and bring answers to the family of Pfc. Vanessa Guillen," US Army Criminal Investigation Command spokesman Chris Grey said. A suspect in the case, who has not been named, has reportedly been arrested following the announcement of the remains being found. CNN stated that the suspect was the estranged wife of a former Fort Hood soldier.

Another suspect, a soldier, was confronted by authorities and reportedly committed suicide after pulling out a weapon and shooting himself. "Our hearts are broken. We feel pain, frustration and devastation. This shouldn't have happened. We demand a congressional investigation. We demand the truth," attorney Natalie Khawam said in a statement. "If this could happen to Vanessa, this can happen to any one of our sisters, daughters and mothers. There's no reason why a young beautiful girl who joined the Army, to honorably serve our country, should be in a shallow grave near on our own turf."

[via]


  • Link Copied to Clipboard!
About The Author
Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.