Fort Campbell confirms death of 101st Airborne soldier at base

An investigation into the death of a soldier at Fort Campbell is underway, as confirmed by base officials.

Fort Campbell officials confirmed that Spc. Stephen Akinlotan, 21, of Dumfries, Virginia, died on Monday, March 10 in the base's garrison area.

The incident and cause of death are under investigation by the 101st Airborne Division.

Akinlotan joined the Army in 2021 and arrived at Fort Campbell in 2022. He was assigned to 3rd Mobile Brigade, “Rakkasans,” 101st Airborne Division Air Assault.

Fort Campbell posted that they are providing counseling including chaplains, mental health and medical professionals to those affected by the death of Akinlotan.