90th Missile Wing confirms death of airman on base

CHEYENNE (WNE) — Authorities with the 90th Missile Wing confirmed the death of an active-duty airman, who was found deceased on base Wednesday morning.

“It is with deep sadness that we face the loss of a member of the Mighty Ninety,” 90th Missile Wing commander Col. Terrance Holmes said in a news release sent to the Wyoming Tribune Eagle on Wednesday afternoon. “And on behalf of our entire team, I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of the lost individual.”

Holmes added that the 90th Missile Wing provides several support services to families and airmen in need.

“I implore anyone needing support during this sensitive time, or any other time, to seek help immediately,” Holmes said.

The manner of death is unknown, and the incident is currently under investigation by the Air Force Office of Special Investigations and appropriate base authorities, according to the news release.

The airman’s death was an isolated incident, and there is no danger to the general public, according to the release.

The name of the airman will be withheld for 24 hours after next of kin notification, in accordance with Department of Defense policy. No further details are being released at this time to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation.

The 90th Missile Wing will release additional information as it becomes available and appropriate, according to the release.

This story was published on Oct. 9, 2025.