US Marine killed during training excercise in Japan
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 5:01 PM · 1 min read
Lance Cpl. Devin J. Hernandez, 25, a Marine from Maryland, died after being injured during a fast-rope training exercise at Marine Corps Camp Schwab in Okinawa, Japan.