Investigation report findings released Published Sept. 4, 2014 By Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- The U.S. Central Command recently completed its commander-directed investigation on causes surrounding a fratricide incident which resulted in the death of five U.S. Army soldiers and an Afghan National Army soldier, June 9, 2014, in the vicinity of Arghandab, Afghanistan. The report cites that communication breakdowns and misunderstandings between ground forces and the B-1B Lancer aircrew providing close air support led to the tragic incident. The General Court Martial Convening Authority in the service members’ chain of command will be responsible for reviewing recommendations and any command action decisions. The report is being studied to identify areas of improvement to help prevent loss of life and reduce the likelihood of friendly fire incidents in the future. The redacted report and executive summary is only available to members with a common access card and can be read here.