BOERNE, Texas – An employee killed after a fuel tank explosion at an ammunition facility on the property of Camp Stanley has been identified.
Andrew Libby, 39, died Wednesday morning, according to the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office. His cause and manner of death have not been released.
The incident happened around 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Camp Stanley, which is located off Ralph Fair Road on the northwest portion of greater Camp Bullis, according to a U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command spokesperson.
A news release states Camp Stanley receives, tests, stores, ships, renovates and demilitarizes conventional arms, ammunition and explosives in support of the Warfighter worldwide.
The spokesperson said the free-standing fuel tank exploded and injured Libby. He was taken to the hospital, where he later died.
It is not clear if Libby is a civilian or military member.
The incident is under control, and there is no additional threat to employees or the public.
“We deeply regret the loss of life that occurred today,” the spokesperson said. “The incident is currently under investigation. The safety of employees and the community is important, and we will take steps to ensure an incident like this is prevented in the future.”
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