Epidemiologic Consultation No. 14-HK-OB1U-09 Investigation of Homicides at Fort Carson, Colorado November 2008 - May 2009
Abstract
The purpose of this multi-disciplinary behavioral health (BH) epidemiological consultation (EPICON) to Fort Carson was fourfold: (1) to examine rates and trends in violent deaths involving Soldiers within tenant organizations of Fort Carson vs. Army and FORSCOM comparison groups; (2) to identify risk factors associated with the violent deaths; (3) to assess the adequacy of behavioral health programs, resources, and social support; and (4) to recommend strategies to enhance current programs and reduce the installation's incidence of violent death. Allegedly, 8 homicides in the previous 12 months were perpetrated by 6 Soldiers from units at Fort Carson. In response to this apparent clustering of violent behavior at Fort Carson, Colorado, Senior Mission Commander, MG Mark Graham, initiated a Task Force in October 2008 to investigate Soldiers currently or recently assigned to Fort Carson units alleged to have committed homicide, attempted homicide, or been accessories to a homicide since 2005. Based on broader concerns voiced by Army and Congressional Leadership, a wider review was initiated to assess the potential impact of Army waiver policies on the observed criminal activity and assess the adequacy of available BH resources.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA515975
Entities
Organizations
- United States Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine