An Eglin Air Force Base employee found the vehicle near Range Road 234 and Lewis Turner Boulevard on the morning of Sept. 23 and notified law enforcement.
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office and 96th Security Forces Squadron responded before the scene was turned over to the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, which is leading the investigation.
“We cannot provide additional details at this time due to it being an active investigation,” Kayla Prather, chief of media operations with 96th Test Wing Public Affairs, said following the initial discovery.
The intersection of Range Road 234 and Lewis Turner Boulevard is not on Eglin Air Force Base’s main installation but is part of the Eglin Test and Training Range Complex, which is Department of the Air Force property.
“Senior Airman Bolden-Cleckley was a valued member of the 96 Test Wing team, and we extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and fellow Airmen during this difficult time,” said Col. Chris Keithley, 96th Test Wing commander. “We remain committed to supporting those affected by this loss and encourage anyone who needs assistance to reach out to any of our helping agencies.”
“It is with a heavy heart that I share the loss of Senior Airman Bolden-Cleckley, one of our teammates. During this incredibly difficult time, I want to extend my deepest condolences to Tamera’s family, friends, and all those who knew and cared for her,” said Col. Daniel Micsunescu, 96th SGCS commander.
Bolden-Cleckley entered the Air Force in 2021 and was assigned to the surgical squadron as a diagnostic imaging specialist, or radiology technician.
The Air Force and local helping agencies are providing counseling services and support to those affected. Family and friends will be offered resources through the Air Force’s Casualty Assistance Office, the Air Force Employee Assistance Program and the Chaplain’s Office.
AFOSI is continuing to investigate the death, and no further information has been released.
