Berlin, Germany —
A U.S. Army Soldier supporting logistics operations in Europe died on July 8, 2025, from injuries sustained in a railway incident last week.
Spc. Jaylin Perez, 32, from Largo, Florida, was found unresponsive by members of his unit while conducting a cargo security inspection of U.S. military equipment moving by rail near Berlin, Germany. German first responders evacuated Perez to the Accident Burn Hospital in Berlin, where he received treatment for severe electrical burns.
“Spc. Jaylin Perez was a proud and dedicated Soldier who answered our nation’s call and served with distinction while mobilized. His commitment to duty and his selfless service represents the very best of our Army,” said Maj. Gen. Susie Kuilan, commanding general of 200th Military Police Command. “His loss is felt deeply across the 200th Military Police Command, and we honor the legacy he leaves behind. On behalf of myself, the Command Sergeant Major, and the entire command, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Spc. Perez’s family, friends, and fellow Soldiers - we grieve with you and stand ready to support you in every way possible. He was more than a teammate; he was a valued member of our Army and Army Reserve family. As a team, we will take time to mourn - but we will also move forward, together, with purpose. We remain committed to the mission, to each other, and to honoring his life through our continued service. His memory will live on in the character of our Soldiers and the strength of our formation.”
Perez was deployed from the 200th Military Police Command, headquartered at Fort Meade, Md., and attached to the 51st Military Police Battalion, South Carolina Army National Guard. He was deployed in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve.
“This Soldier was supporting U.S. defense and security efforts in Europe," said Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza, commanding general of U.S. Army V Corps. "We are deeply saddened by his passing. As always, we are grateful for the rapid and professional support of German first responders and doctors.”
U.S. and German authorities are investigating the cause of the incident.