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Soldier's death in Iraq under investigation

FAIRBANKS -- A soldier from Fort Wainwright's Stryker unit has died in Iraq.

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Lt. William K. Jernigan

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Lt. William K. Jernigan, a 35-year-old Doralville, Ga., native, died of injuries sustained in a noncombat-related incident.

The Defense Department says the incident is under investigation.

Jernigan was assigned to the Headquarters Company, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry.

Gov. Sarah Palin on Wednesday said she will send an Alaska state flag and a letter of condolence to his family.

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