FORT HOOD (Now designated Fort Cavazos), Texas — Officials from Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) released the following information Oct. 10 regarding the ongoing efforts to locate Pfc. Jennifer Sewell. Sewell is a Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) soldier who failed to report for duty on Oct. 7.

Leadership from Sewell’s chain of command spoke to Sewell’s family earlier this evening, Oct. 10 at approximately 7 p.m.

Sewell’s family confirmed she is safe and with extended family.

Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) officials continue to communicate with Sewell’s family and friends, to ensure she has access to resources she may need and to return her safely to Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos).

“Pfc. Sewell is a valued member of our team, and our number one priority is ensuring her safe return. We are in regular contact with her family and will provide any assistance she and her family may need to return to Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos),” said Ltc. Octavia Davis, commander of Regimental Support Squadron, 3d Cavalry Regiment.

Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) officials are respecting the family’s privacy and will not provide any additional information until the appropriate time.