Marine Found Dead at Camp Pendleton

A Marine temporarily assigned to Camp Pendleton was found dead in the barracks, military officials confirmed Thursday.

The man, who is stationed at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, came to San Diego for an advanced career course this week. First Lt. Luke Kuper says the Marine checked into Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy on Monday.

He was found unresponsive in his room at about 8 a.m. Wednesday.

Medical responders pronounced him dead a short time later. Officials have not released any details about what caused his death, saying it is under investigation.

The man's name is being withheld until his family can be notified.

"Marine Corps Base Hawaii is saddened by the loss of one of its Marines, and condolences go out to family and loved ones," said Kuper in a release.

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