OAN Staff Abril Elfi
9:00 AM – Saturday, September 7, 2024
A 19-year-old United States Air Force Academy cadet has been found dead in her dorm room.
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The academy released a statement where they said that Cadet 4th Class Avery Koonce was “found unconscious in her dormitory” on Wednesday night and attempted life-saving measures by first responders were unsuccessful.
“We lost an incredible teammate… While only with us for a short time, Avery positively impacted her unit, her intercollegiate team, and her class – her loss will be felt across USAFA,” Academy Superintendent Lt Gen Tony Bauernfeind said. “Our team is focused on providing support to Avery’s family, Cadet Squadron 38, the Track and Field team, and the entire Academy family.”
“Avery, may you find blue skies and tailwinds as you rest forever in peace,” the Academy added.
Koonce was the president of the student council and the head of the National Honor Society at Thrall High School, according to the Austin American-Statesman, which cited the district superintendent.
“She was the epitome of our high school,” Superintendent Tommy…
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