Missing Fort Carson soldier found alive in good condition

The search for a missing Fort Carson soldier ended Wednesday morning. Fort Carson officials confirm the soldier was found alive and in good condition.

The soldier was found around 9:45 a.m. by a passing motorist on U.S. Highway 115. She was taken to Evans Army Community Hospital and will be evaluated and receive medical treatment.

“The Soldiers of our brigade are tremendously relieved that our Soldier has been recovered safely,” said Col. Dave Zinn, commander of 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division. “The Soldier has displayed physical and mental toughness as a Soldier and persevered through a challenging situation. I want to extend my deepest appreciation to all of the Soldiers of Fort Carson, along with the Colorado Springs community, for their diligent work while searching for and bringing our Soldier home.”

The soldier, who was participating in an Expert Field Medical Badge competition, went missing Monday night and was last seen on foot along the southeastern corner of the post. That area is near Pueblo West.

The soldier’s name hasn’t been released.

Directorate of Emergency Services personnel, search and rescue teams from Fremont, El Paso and Douglas Counties as well as more than 1,700 Fort Carson Soldiers participated in the 24-hour, multi-day search. Additionally, 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Inf. Div., and Flight for Life helicopters searched from the air.