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Drunk Soldier Kills Friend in Tragic Gun Mishap
27 Aug
Summary
- A soldier faces manslaughter charges for a fatal shooting incident.
- The incident occurred during a night of drinking at a Pueblo residence.
- The victim was a fellow soldier stationed at Fort Carson.
A soldier from Fort Carson, Kaylob Deyo, 23, has been charged with manslaughter following a fatal shooting that occurred on August 20th. The incident resulted in the death of 19-year-old Dasan Johnny Slim Halona, also a soldier stationed at Fort Carson.
Pueblo police responded to a shooting report at a residence and found Halona deceased in the kitchen from a gunshot wound to the head. Deyo, who police noted smelled strongly of alcohol, stated that he believed the firearm was unloaded when he pulled the trigger.
Witnesses reported that Halona had visited the residence with Deyo, and the group had been drinking. The firearm involved was believed to belong to a resident of the home. Investigations revealed live ammunition was present in the kitchen area where the shooting occurred.
Deyo's initial court appearance is scheduled for August 28th. Fort Carson officials have deferred comment on Deyo's military status to Pueblo police.
