7th Special Forces Soldier Fatally Shot in Hunting Accident at Eglin Air Force Base

Sgt. Thomas Lazzaro, a 27-year-old soldier with the 2nd Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), died in a hunting accident on Sunday, December 22, at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. Lazzaro was killed by a stray round shot by a hunter on the Eglin Range, which is commonly used for both military training and civilian hunting.

According to sources, Lazzaro was on his way to aid a fellow soldier with car issues when the incident occurred. The Walton County Sheriff's Office labeled the event as a "hunting accident" and stated that all parties involved were completely cooperating with the inquiry.

"We deeply mourn the loss of U.S. Army Sgt. Thomas Lazzaro," said Col. Patrick Nelson, commander of the 7th Special Forces Group. "Thomas' passion, courage, and commitment to protecting our liberties will not be forgotten. His passing creates an irreplaceable vacuum among those who knew and served with him.

Lazzaro's death has had a lasting impact on his family, friends, and colleagues. The 7th Special Forces Group sends its heartfelt sympathies to those mourning this awful loss. As investigations continue, the community mourns the loss of a committed soldier who personified duty and sacrifice.

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