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Rep. Williams Statement on PFC Vanessa Guillen

July 6, 2020

WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX-25), a congressional representative of Fort Hood, today released the following statement after officials announced the search for PFC Vanessa Guillen had concluded with the positive identification of her remains:

"It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Private First Class Vanessa Guillen, a true American soldier who dedicated her life in service to our nation. My prayers are with her family and the Fort Hood community during this trying time. The search for answers into her tragic death must continue, and I call upon the Department of Defense and law enforcement to conduct an immediate and thorough investigation that leads to those responsible being fully brought to justice."

Congressman Roger Williams represents the 25th Congressional District of Texas and serves as a member of the House Committee on Financial Services.