Capt. Benjamin Blaylock, a 39-year-old male soldier from Spanish Fork, Utah, was found dead at his home in Sanford, North Carolina, on September 11, 2016. He was a human resource officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 3rd Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 108th Air Defense Artillery Brigade at Fort Bragg. Blaylock joined the Army in 2010 and was assigned to Fort Bragg in December 2015.
He is survived by his wife, two children, mother, and father.
Authorities determined that Blaylock died from injuries sustained from an apparent gunshot wound. The investigation into his death was conducted by local authorities, but details surrounding the incident have not been publicly released. The investigation aimed to determine the cause of the shooting and identify any potential suspects or motives.
No arrests or suspects have been publicly named in connection with Blaylock's death. The case remains an open investigation, and authorities have not disclosed any further information regarding potential litigations or law cases related to the incident.
Blaylock was remembered fondly by his family and friends, who described him as having a huge personality and always being able to lighten a room and their spirits.
