Non-combat death in Afghanistan

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Army investigates Fort Hood soldier's death
8/12/2008 8:16 PM
By: News 8 Austin Staff

The Army is investigating the death of a 23-year-old Fort Hood soldier in Afghanistan.

Officials said Private John Mattox of Daingerfield -- in East Texas -- died Sunday from non-combat related causes.

The Army didn't provide any details on the incident.

Mattox was assigned to Fort Hood's 6th Squadron, 4th Cavalry, 3rd Brigade Combat Team.
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