A 32-year-old Army Ranger from Summerville who was killed in Afghanistan after coming under small arms enemy fire Thursday is being remembered as a passionate and skilled leader.
Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Andrew Celiz was wounded while conducting operations in support of a medical evacuation landing zone in Afghanistan’s eastern Paktia province, according to the Department of Defense. He was treated and evacuated to the nearest medical facility, where he died.
The incident is under investigation.
Army soldier from Summerville #southcarolina killed in action in Afghanistan was a 'national treasure' @SummervilleSC #lowcountrylife #death #military https://t.co/aEu2EGXXwb
— Kendall Harmon (@KendallHarmon6) July 14, 2018