Airman dead in shootout at Kirtland Air Force Base

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5. Kirtland AFB identifies fatally shot Airman

Albuquerque News
Kirtland AFB identifies fatally shot Airman

by: Scott Brown
Posted: Feb 23, 2025 / 04:51 PM MST
Updated: Feb 24, 2025 / 09:54 AM MST

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On Sunday, Kirtland Air Force Base released the name of the Airman who died in an incident that happened Saturday morning outside the Truman Gate. Airman Basic Brion Teel-Scott, 27, of Bordentown, NJ assigned to the 377th Security Forces Squadron died after fleeing an attempted detention.

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“Losing a member of your team is never easy but the circumstances of this incident make it that much harder,” said Col. Michael Power, 377th Air Base Wing and Installation commander. “Additionally, we are ensuring our injured defender, the Wingmen of both members and our base community receive the best possible care and support.”

The incident remains under investigation. The Air Force Office of Special Investigations is leading the investigation.