Finding Sgt. Elder Fernandes safe and resuming the care he was receiving before his recent absence remains the top priority of the 1st Cavalry Division Within hours of Sgt. Fernandes’ disappearance, Soldiers from his unit on Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) initiated a thorough search for him, both on and off post, which will […]

Foul play is not suspected in the disappearance of Sgt. Elder Fernandes. He was last seen at a residence in Killeen, Texas. “Our priority remains getting Sgt. Fernandes back with the people that care about him,” said Justin Redfern, commander of the 553rd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion. “We are concerned for his well-being and want […]

United States Army Criminal Investigation Command Media contact:                                                                        FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 571-305-4041 Public’s help wanted: Missing Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) Soldier           QUANTICO, VA, August 21, 2020 – The U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, commonly known as Army CID, is seeking the public’s help in locating missing […]

FORT HOOD (Now designated Fort Cavazos), Texas — The 1st Cavalry Division is actively attempting to locate Sgt. Elder Fernandes who has gone missing. Our primary concern is for his health and well-being. Fernandes, 23, is a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Specialist assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division Sustainment Brigade. We have completed a […]