Brig. Gen. Vincent Coglianese Reacts to DA Probe of Camp Pendleton Sgt. Loggins' Killing

Camp Pendleton's commander says he “respects” the Orange County District Attorney investigation into the fatal shooting of Marine Sgt. Manuel Levi “Manny” Loggins Jr. by a sheriff's deputy.

But Brigadier General Vincent A. Coglianese added his thoughts, prayers and support remain strong for the Loggins family, which is suing the County of Orange over the tragedy.
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Here is Coglianese's full statement:

September 28, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Camp Pendleton officials receive findings of death investigation

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – The Commanding General, Marine Corps
Installations West-Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, met with members of
the Orange County District Attorney's Office aboard base this morning
for a brief regarding the investigation and legal conclusion in
connection with the officer involved shooting on Feb. 7, 2012, that
resulted in the death of Sgt. Manuel L. Loggins, Jr.

Brig. Gen. Vincent Coglianese was presented the findings that were provided to the public today at 1 p.m.

“The death of Sgt. Loggins is tragic and unfortunate,” said Coglianese.
“While we respect the investigative process by the District Attorney's
office, we continue to provide support to the Loggins family and they
remain in our thoughts and prayers.”

For details regarding this incident or the investigation, please contact the Orange County District Attorney's office.

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