A southeast Houston post office is set to be renamed in honor of beloved US Army Specialist Vanessa Guillén.

The city of Houston held an event on Saturday on Vanessa Guillen Day to raise awareness about military sexual assault.

Cecily Aguilar has pleaded guilty in connection to the 2020 murder of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen, according to Guillen attorney, Natalie Khawam.

The popular streaming service Netflix has announced an anticipated film depicting the life and tragic death of U.S. Army Soldier Vanessa Guillen while she was stationed at Fort Hood back in 2020.

Armed with a new federal court ruling that allows a former Army colonel to pursue a sexual assault lawsuit, the family of Vanessa Guillén has filed a wrongful death and assault case against the federal government.

The family of a slain Texas soldier has filed a lawsuit seeking $35 million in damages from the U.S. government.

Military bases with a high risk for sexual assault, harassment and other such harmful behaviors often have leaders who don’t understand violence prevention, don’t make it a priority and focus more on their mission than on their people.

Vanessa Guillen's legacy is slated to be celebrated in Houston Thursday.

Vanessa Guillen’s family and their attorney Natalie Khawam held a news conference after meeting with military officials to discuss their loved one’s murder investigation and accountability in the case.

A judge has denied a request to suppress the confession of a woman accused of helping kill and dismember Spc. Vanessa Guillén, who was missing for about two months before her remains were found.

A federal bill was recently reintroduced, proposing sweeping changes to the way the military investigates sexual assault and harassment allegations. Texas lawmakers are urging Congress to make it law.

Houston Memorial will host a candlelight vigil for fallen Fort Hood Soldier Vanessa Guillen Friday evening.

The Army said Friday that it has now taken disciplinary action against 21 officers and non-commissioned officers at Fort Hood, Texas, in connection with death last year of Spc. Vanessa Guillén, who was missing for about two months before her remains were found.

The U.S. Army confirmed that Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen, who authorities say was killed by a fellow soldier last year, had previously been sexually harassed by a supervisor but unit leadership took no action, according to an Army report released Friday.

New details have risen in the Vanessa Guillen murder case. It’s been more than a year since the Houston soldier disappeared from Fort Hood and her body was found two months later.

One year to the day Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen was killed, about 100 people gathered at a mural in southeast Houston to remember her.

The attorney for the family of slain Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen held a news conference Thursday with the family to mark the day last year that authorities believe Spec. Vanessa Guillen was killed last year.

Legislation aimed at honoring a Houston soldier who was killed while stationed at Fort Hood is being introduced by state lawmakers Tuesday.

A gate at Fort Hood was named in honor of a Houston soldier Monday who was killed while stationed at the military installation.

Here are things to know for Monday, April 19:

Family and supporters of Vanessa Guillen are hosting a week of events in her honor, her sister Mayra Guillen announced on social media.

HOUSTON – Lawyers for Cecily Aguilar, the woman charged in connection with the disappearance of Vanessa Guillen, moved to suppress evidence that her confession was illegally obtained, according to court documents filed Wednesday. The defense stated that Aguilar’s statements on June 30, 2020, were made while she was not under arrest and was not Mirandized, according to court documents. Aguilar is charged with conspiracy to tamper with the body of Gullien, a Fort Hood soldier who was reported missing in April 2020. Aguilar went on to conduct several controlled calls to Robinson and told officers Robinson would try to escape or shoot himself before being taken into custody. According to Aguilar’s account, on April 22, Robinson killed Guillen by hitting her in the head with a hammer while at Fort Hood.

(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)WASHINGTON – Lawmakers expressed frustration Tuesday with how slowly improvements are being made to criminal investigation at Fort Hood, Texas, where rates of violent crime and sexual assaults are particularly high. More than two dozen Fort Hood soldiers died in 2020, including in multiple homicides and suicides. The review also concluded that the Army CID was understaffed, overwhelmed and filled with inexperienced investigators. Elder Fernandes, who was missing for more than a week last year before he was found dead about 28 miles from Fort Hood. AdAs a result of the independent review and other investigations, the Army earlier this year took action against 14 officers and enlisted soldiers at Fort Hood.

FORT HOOD, Texas – The skepticism in the rooms was palpable when U.S. Army leaders met with soldiers at Fort Hood, Texas, in recent days, to check in on the embattled base, which has been stricken with violence and eroded morale over the past year. “I feel like leaders are just checking off boxes,” one male soldier said Thursday, as Army Sgt. Grinston, along with other Army leaders, met with dozens of soldiers. “The whole world is looking at Fort Hood, so they want to see you come here,” one female soldier said. He said the soldiers he met with told him: “Don’t stop getting to know your soldiers.

Texas leaders and organizations reacted after the Army fired or suspended 14 officers and enlisted soldiers at the Fort Hood base following a report of at least 25 Fort Hood soldiers who died from suicide, homicide or accidents, including the bludgeoning death of Spc. Vanessa Guillen. He also ordered a separate probe into staffing and procedures at the base’s Criminal Investigation Command unit, which is responsible for investigating crimes on Fort Hood. READ: 14 Fort Hood soldiers fired, suspended over violence at baseThe reactions follow:Sen. Ted Cruz released the following written response:“I’m deeply troubled by the findings published today about the command climate at Ft. The review concluded that CID at Fort Hood is not prepared to handle cases in general.

““The toxic leadership -- thank God that those leaders at Fort Hood -- 14 of them -- were removed,” Lupe Guillen said. “If Mr. McCarthy actually watches this, I hope you actually endorse the ‘I am Vanessa Guillen’ (Act of 2020),” she said. We are not going to stop.”Read the “I am Vanessa Guillen Act of 2020.”Lupe Guillen said the act will “keep (her) sister’s legacy alive” and it will save lives. “It was widespread at Fort Hood, so things aren’t complete. Officials identified the two suspects tied to Fort Hood solider Vanessa Guillen’s disappearance on July 2.

He also ordered a separate probe into staffing and procedures at the base's Criminal Investigation Command unit, which is responsible for investigating crimes on Fort Hood. Mejhor Morta was found near a reservoir by Fort Hood. The five-member panel spent three weeks at Fort Hood and conducted more than 2,500 interviews, including 647 in person. They said they found a deep dissatisfaction with the sexual assault and harassment reporting and response program. Fort Hood, he said, has the highest rate of positive drug tests in the Army.

McCarthy and other senior Army leaders are expected to announce the results of the review on Tuesday. Officials say they expect that Army Lt. Gen. Pat White, the base commander, will not face any administrative action. Army leaders have already delayed Efflandt's planned transfer to Fort Bliss, where he was slated to take over leadership of the 1st Armored Division. In a recent video message on Twitter, McCarthy said he had reviewed the findings of the independent commission he sent to assess the command climate at Fort Hood. All together, so far this year, 25 soldiers assigned to Fort Hood have died due to suicide, homicide or accidents, compared with 32 last year and 24 in 2018.

HOUSTON – Community members came together to honor murdered Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen. On Thursday, Guillen’s family stood alongside community organizers outside a mural dedicated to Guillen at 7620 Gulf Freeway. But the most powerful voice of the evening was the voice that came from Vanessa Guillen’s 16-year-old sister Lupe Guillen. “I believe that if anyone would have spoken up for her, I believe I wouldn’t be standing here today,” Lupe Guillen said. However, Vanessa Guillen’s family said it has been seven months since their loved one’s death and there has been no one held accountable.

KPRC 2 Investigates is looking into how Army leaders are trying to regain trust following a string of suicides, homicides and assaults. A new acting senior commander was appointed to Fort Hood and KPRC 2 investigator Robert Arnold conducted an exclusive sit-down interview with Maj. Gen. John Richardson. Not only is Richardson the new acting senior commander of Fort Hood, but he’s also the deputy commanding general of operations for III Corps. Every time they see a leader not enforce a standard, they’re noting that.”Multiple investigations are underway into exactly why Fort Hood experienced 129 felonies a year over five years. At the end of September, Richardson shut down the corps at Fort Hood for five days.

So far this year, nearly 30 service members connected to Fort Hood have died, including by homicide, suicide, accident and illness. Army leadership has admitted that Fort Hood has the worst rate of violent crime and incidents among its U.S. installations. Christopher Wayne SawyerSawyer, 29, was found unresponsive on March 5 in his residence on Fort Hood, according to a statement released by the post. Mejhor MortaMorta, 26, was found unresponsive July 17 in the vicinity of Stillhouse Hollow Lake, near Fort Hood. His body was discovered on Aug. 25 near railroad tracks in Temple, about 30 miles from Fort Hood.

HOUSTON – KPRC 2 Investigates has learned four-star general John Murray visited with the Guillen family Tuesday at their southeast Houston home. Vanessa Guillen, 20 and a Houston native, was last seen at Fort Hood on April 22. READ: Vanessa Guillen timeline: These are the dates to know about her caseArmy officials named the main suspect in Guillen’s disappearance as Spc. READ: Soldier’s estranged wife charged in connection with Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen’s disappearance, officials sayTuesday’s meeting comes more than six months after Guillen’s disappearance and as several investigations are underway into numerous problems uncovered at Fort Hood, including Guillen’s murder. In August, Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy visited Fort Hood and apologized for failing Guillen and her family.

FILE - In this July 30, 2020, file photo, supporters of the family of slain Army Spc. The death of Guillen, who was slain by a fellow soldier at the Texas Army base where they both worked, has been classified as "in the line of duty," according to a report by U.S. Army officials. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)KILLEEN, Texas – The family of a Texas soldier whose on-base killing sparked calls in Congress for changes in the way the military handles sexual abuse and harassment is entitled to benefits, including compensation, because her death happened “in the line of duty,” U.S. Army officials announced. Officials said they had evidence that Guillén did face other kinds of harassment by other people at the Texas base. According to the Army's report, Guillén “died by homicide” at 11 a.m. on April 22.

HOUSTON – The death of Army Spc. Vanessa Guillen has been ruled “in the line of duty” after a military investigation into the case, according to a statement issued by the Army on Tuesday. Investigators said an Army specialist and killed and dismembered Guillen. The specialist killed himself as officers moved in on him. Cecily Aguilar, 22, of Killeen, is accused of helping the specialist dispose of Guillen’s body in some nearby woods.

Members of Congress launched an investigation of Fort Hood in September after Sgt. Elder Fernandes was found dead on Aug. 25 hanging from a tree in Temple, Texas, months after reporting sexual harassment. A Fort Hood officer went with his wife to their apartment during one altercation after Buxton called for help. A Fort Hood spokesperson said they had no information on this allegation. “How many more must die at Fort Hood for them to be held accountable?” Lupe Guillen said.

HOUSTON – Many remembered Vanessa Guillen on the day of what would’ve been her 21st birthday. Houston ISD declared Wednesday “Vanessa Guillen Day.”The district released a video when her loved ones returned to Chavez High School, where she graduated. They were able to give her a special day just for her on her birthday,” said Yovanna. She was young and I’m just finding out today it was her 21st birthday. She also celebrated her 21st birthday this month.

Reps. Jackie Speier, a Democrat from California, and Markwayne Mullin, a Republican from Oklahoma, said their bill would make sexual harassment a crime within the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The bill is named I Am Vanessa Guillen after the hashtag that was used by military sexual assault survivors to denounce their experiences on social media when Spc. According to Natalie Khawam, who represents the Guillen family, Guillen told her mother that a soldier of a higher rank walked in and watched her while she was showering. A coalition of military sexual assault survivors along with Democratic and Republican members of Congress joined Speier, Mullin, the Guillen family and Natalie Khawam, who represents the Guillen family, to present the bill at the U.S. Capitol. Officials said they had evidence that Guillen did face other kinds of harassment by other people at the Central Texas base.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The family of Vanessa Guillén is still working to keep her name alive in an effort to seek justice for her death and claims of sexual harassment while serving in the U.S. Army. The official introduction of the #IamVanessaGuillen bill will take place Wednesday at noon with the Guillén family and Attorney Khawam on The House Triangle, U.S. Capitol in D.C. The family hopes Congress, the Senate, and President Trump show support for the bill, which aims to protect those who are suffering sexual harassment happening in the armed forces and while holding the aggressors accountable for their actions. “The bill responds to resounding calls for change by revolutionizing the military’s response to missing service members and reports of sexual harassment-assault by making sexual harassment a crime within the Uniform Code of Military Justice and moving prosecution decisions of sexual assault and sexual harassment cases out of the chain of command,” a caption for the official Find Vanessa Guillen Instagram page said. “We have to protect our protectors, those soldiers are giving their life to serve the nation and to protect us.”

Two congressional subcommittees are investigating the leadership at Fort Hood following a series of deaths and instances of sexual abuse and harassment. The soldier suspected of killing Guillen, Spc. Guillen was the victim of sexual harassment, her sister said, but she didnt report the sexual harassment out of fear of retaliation. Gregory Wedel-Morales, a private at Fort Hood whose body was found in June, nearly a year after he went missing in August 2019. Between 2014 and 2019, an average of 129 felonies were committed annually at Fort Hood, including murder, kidnapping and sexual assault, according to the letter.

AUSTIN, Texas Congress will launch an investigation into sexual assault, disappearances, deaths and the leaderships response at Fort Hood after 28 soldiers stationed at the U.S. Army base in Texas died this year, two subcommittee leaders announced Tuesday. According to data from Fort Hood officials, the 28 deaths include five homicides, as well as accidents, suicides, deaths related to illness, cases still under investigation and one combat-related death. Carlton L. Chee, 25, died on Sept. 2 after collapsing at the Texas base following physical training exercises on Aug. 28, according to Fort Hood officials. The Navajo Nation Office of the President and Vice President also received information from the family of Spc. Miguel D. Yazzie, who died on July 3 at Fort Hood, according to a statement from Navajo leaders.

LAKE CHARLES, La. – Houston rapper and philanthropist Trae Tha Truth and his Relief Gang are headed to Lake Charles, Louisiana, Friday to assist those in need after Hurricane Laura. “Meet us at Buccee’s in Baytown tomorrow (8/28) at 9am,” he wrote. Thompson has contributed to many efforts recently, including those focused on social injustices. The rapper has been protesting and organizing events centered around justice for Kentucky woman and shooting victim Breonna Taylor and Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen.

(TEXAS TRIBUNE) Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Elder Fernandes was found Tuesday in Temple, about 30 miles from the base, roughly a week after he was reported missing. In May, Fernandes reported he had been a victim of sexual assault. Army officials said Wednesday that an investigation determined the inquiry was unsubstantiated and that Fernandes was made aware of the results, according to The Washington Post. The circumstances surrounding Guilln's death sparked protests across major cities in Texas, with demonstrators calling on the military to reform its investigations into sexual assault allegations.

Friends and family say final goodbye to Vanessa GuillenPublished: August 15, 2020, 6:20 pmA private funeral was held in Houston for Army Spc. Vanessa Guillen. ahead of a public caravan to honor the fallen soldier.

Vanessa Guillen is finally being laid to rest. Family and friends of the fallen soldier have taken to social media to share their thoughts ahead of Friday’s public memorial service. 😔 praying for the right things to say today, the strength to endure whatever comes our way. — Ash (@11MaciasA) August 14, 2020I pray for strength today. Vanessa Guillen today]The Guillen family will also speak during the service.

Image captured at the remembrance services for Vanessa Guillen on Aug. 14, 2020. Image captured at the remembrance services for Vanessa Guillen on Aug. 14, 2020. Image captured at the remembrance services for Vanessa Guillen on Aug. 14, 2020. Image captured at the remembrance services for Vanessa Guillen on Aug. 14, 2020. Image captured at the remembrance services for Vanessa Guillen on Aug. 14, 2020.

HOUSTON – Here is a timeline of the Vanessa Guillen case, from the alleged details about her death to the most current information available about the court proceedings. APRILApril 22, 2020: Vanessa Guillen went missing on April 22. AUGUSTAug. 14, 2020: Army Specialist Vanessa Guillen remembered during a public memorial at Houston’s Chavez High School. Sept. 22, 2020: Should a plea bargain be entered for Cecily Ann Aguilar, re-arraignment will be held on Sept. 22, according to court documents. Sept. 28, 2020: Cecily Ann Aguilar is set to appear before a judge on Sept. 28 following jury selection.

HOUSTON Army Specialist Vanessa Guillen will be remembered on Friday during a public memorial at Houstons Chavez High School, the same school she graduated from in 2018. A public viewing is scheduled to begin at noon followed by the rosary at 6 p.m.I just want the community to get together and honor who she was, said Ashley Macias, a friend of Vanessa who plans to attend the memorial. The two met at Chavez during soccer tryouts. Vanessa Guillen to be laid to rest in customized casket this weekendShe was actually always really positive, Macias said. The Guillen family believes she faced sexual harassment in the military and has called for a Congressional investigation.

WACO, Texas The trial of a woman charged in connection with the death of Army Spc. Cecily Ann Aguilar, 22, was charged with one count of conspiracy to tamper with evidence after she told authorities her estranged husband, Aaron Robinson, 20, asked her to help dispose of Guillens body. According to Aguilar, Robinson killed Guillen by striking her in the head with a hammer while on Ft. Court documents showed that Aguilar entered a not guilty plea and is set to appear before a judge on Sept. 28 following jury selection. The legal teams have until Sept. 14 to enter a plea bargain, and should a plea bargain be entered, re-arraignment held on Sept. 22, according to court documents.

HOUSTON Houston paid tribute to Army Specialist Vanessa Guillen in a memorial service Friday. Public events honoring Army Specialist Vanessa Guillen started at 10:50 a.m., according to a schedule posted on social media. At 10:50 a.m., there was a Veterans Memorial cruise that went on until noon. At noon, the open memorial service began at the Cesar E. Chavez High School Auditorium. Here are some of the moments from her service.

HOUSTON Fridays memorial service for Army Spc. Vanessa Guillen brought cherished memories and significance to her family and guests. Dreaming of You - SelenaOne of Selenas most popular hit was played during a slideshow before the memorial service started at noon Friday, showing photos of Vanessa with family members and friends. Hallelujah - Rufus WainwrightOriginally from Rufus Wainwright, this song was performed by Christina Wells during the memorial service. Entre Tus Manos - Ray ReppThis final song is actually a message of thanks to the Guillen family.

Vanessa Guillen will be laid to rest in a customized casket donated by a Houston-area company during her funeral service this weekend. Vanessas sister, Mayra Guillen, shared a video of the enclosed casket on her Twitter account, designed and donated by Soulshine Industries, the same company that donated a customized casket for 4-year-old Maleah Davis. @vguillen_30 pic.twitter.com/k4C41YNLD6 Mayra Guillen (@mguilen_) August 11, 2020The casket is covered with red roses and a rosary on top, designed with a semi-dark green color along with Vanessa Guillen written in red. Soulshine Industries said on their Facebook page that they were honored to be apart of Vanessa Guillens life.A public memorial service for Spc. Vanessa Guillen is scheduled to take place Friday at Chavez High School on Howard Drive from noon to 8 p.m., with a private burial taking place on Saturday.

HOUSTON Houston rapper and activist Trae Tha Truth raised $30,000 for slain Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillens family ahead of her funeral set for this weekend. Trae, whose real name is Frazier Othel Thompson III, said he wanted to help the family during their time of mourning. Thompson met with the Guillen family Wednesday and surprised them with a check. After months of searching, her remains were found in a shallow grave near the Leon River near Fort Hood in late June. Guillens family and supporters have pushed for an independent investigation of the base and for reforms to the process of reporting sexual abuse and harassment in the military.

HOUSTON Vanessa Guillen will be laid to rest following a memorial service Friday and a caravan and a private funeral on Saturday. Guillens loved ones have shared the information on social media for those who want to participate in honoring the fallen soldier. FridayPublic events honoring Guillen start at 10:50 a.m. Friday, according to a schedule posted on social media. Friday will not be a day about justice or about our military reform, it will be about Vanessa Guillen. Friday will be the day of honoring, remembering, cheering, praying and respecting (the) beautiful life God gave her.SaturdayAt 5 p.m., there will be a caravan honoring Guillen ahead of a private funeral service and burial.

FORT HOOD, Texas – The Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy held a news conference Thursday in Fort Hood to discuss the death of Spc. In late June, skeletal remains were found in a field near Fort Hood. According to a federal complaint, the 20-year-old was killed and dismembered at the base by a fellow Fort Hood soldier who later shot himself. Guillen’s death served as a catalyst, bringing to light the many issues within the military such as sexual harassment and sexual assault. In addition, the Army is rolling out “Project Inclusion,” which will address behaviors and issues such as a lack of diversity, discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault and suicide.

HOUSTON Friends and family of Houston army specialist Vanessa Guillen remain hopeful that theyll see justice and systemic change for what they call, a history of military cover-ups. Guillen, 20, was killed at Fort Hood at the hands of an accused fellow soldier. Just one day after her family met with President Donald Trump, Guillens friends spoke with KPRC 2 about the movement. Guillens friends and her family rallied for Congress to investigate Guillens death at Fort Hood, then marched for justice proved a walk to the Oval Office. Guillens mother, sisters and attorney spoke to Trump about the I am Vanessa Guillen bill, which they hope will end what they say is a culture of cover-ups in the military, including at Fort Hood.

KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker talks with Vanessa Guillen's friends following their return from Washington D.C. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745.

Gloria Guillen, the mother of slain Army Spc. Vanessa Guillen, meets with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, July 30, 2020, in Washington.

WASHINGTON The attorney for the family of murdered Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen joined Members of Congress and the Guillen family to demand justice by introducing the #IAmVanessaGuillen Bill. Guillens mother spoke before the march:If passed, the bill will allow active duty service members to file sexual harassment and assault claims to a third-party agency instead of their chain of command. When someone volunteers to serve our country, they deserve to be treated with dignity and respect by their fellow service members. This bill will help us provide the protection and respect to others that was denied to Vanessa.Guillens family is also scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump. Following the meeting, Khawam gave a news conference to talk about the bill.

FORT HOOD, Texas The Secretary of the Army announced Thursday the five civilian experts will lead an independent review of Fort Hood. The purpose of the review is to determine whether the climate and culture at Fort Hood and surrounding military community reflect the Armys values, including safety, respect, inclusiveness, and a commitment to diversity, and workplaces and communities free from sexual harassment, a release said. The panel is expected to review historical data and conduct interviews with military members, civilians and members of the local community. Thank you to the members of the panel who have agreed to take time from their lives to support our independent review, Secretary of the Army Ryan D. McCarthy said. The Army is committed to taking care of our soldiers, civilians, families, and soldiers for life, and this independent review will explore the current command climate and culture at Fort Hood.Its an honor for me to support our men and women, our sons and daughters in uniform, to ensure they live and work in environments where they feel safe and respected, Swecker, the panel lead, said.

Vanessa Guillen, meets with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, July 30, 2020, in Washington. The truth will come out whether they like it or not, said Lupe Guillen, the younger sister of Vanessa Guillen, said ahead of the meeting with the president. John Wittman, a spokesperson for Abbott, said the governors office has not heard from the Guillen family but is prepared to help. Governor Abbott's heart aches for the Guillen family and he and the First Lady keep them in their prayers, Wittman said in a text message. And if I can help you out with the funeral, Ill help you out, financially, Ill help you, Trump said.

HOUSTON A caravan from Houston is headed to the nations capitol to demand justice for Vanessa Guillen. Andrew Rodriguez and others who are part of the No Mas Movement started their 22-hour drive to D.C. early Wednesday morning. Rodriguez plans to peacefully march with thousands of people from the Capitol to the White House Thursday. Rodriguez said he wants the Guillen family to know that they arent alone and that they will keep pushing for justice. Houston is here for you guys, said Rodriguez, We wont let you do this by yourself.

HOUSTON Houston Rapper Trae Tha Truth is working to help the family of slain Fort Hood soldier and Houston-native Vanessa Guillen, by selling shirts and masks. All proceeds from the rappers Mexican-themed ABN clothing will go towards assisting and supporting Guillens family. The rapper previewed the shirts on his Instagram while standing in front of a mural of Vanessa Guillen in Houston. If you would like to support or donate, click here.

AUSTIN, Texas U.S. Army officials on Tuesday said that the body of a Fort Hood solider was found near the Texas army base, marking the third time in a month that a Fort Hood soldiers body has been discovered. Mejhor Morta, 26, was found unresponsive July 17 in the vicinity of Stillhouse Hollow Lake, according to Fort Hood officials. Morta's awards and decorations include the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon. Then on July 1, U.S. Army officials found more human remains, which were later identified as 20-year-old missing Fort Hood soldier Pfc. Vanessa Guillen, near the Leon River in Bell County, about 20 miles (32 kilometers) east of Fort Hood.

HOUSTON – Three congresswomen continued to call for a full investigation into the death of Army Specialist Vanessa Guillen and changes to military culture in a news conference on Tuesday in Washington. This can never happen again.”Guillen’s death has been called a #MeToo moment for the military. The 20-year-old was bludgeoned to death at Fort Hood by a fellow soldier, investigators say. We know that at least one in four women veterans has experienced sexual harassment and assault. That is far, far too many, but I have to say that this statistic alone, it is staggering.

TEXAS It was an emotional day for friends, family and colleagues of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen. On Friday, a memorial service was held where Guillen received her full military honors. Near the base, a massive memorial dedicated to Guillen continued to grow. Its been almost three months, said Vanessas sister, Lupe Guillen. The Guillen family said they will also continue to push for the I am Vanessa Guillen bill to be passed, which is set to be introduced to Congress on July 30.

Guillen family to meet with President TrumpPublished: July 14, 2020, 4:22 pmThe family of Vanessa Guillen, the Fort Hood soldier whose remains were found months after she went missing, will meet with President Donald Trump.

HOUSTON The family of Houston-native Vanessa Guillen, the Fort Hood soldier whose remains were found near the Leon River months after she went missing, will meet with President Donald Trump. According to the familys attorney Natalie Khawam, White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows contacted her to thank her for the work she has been doing for Guillens family. Meadows told Khawam that Trump invited her and the Guillen family for a private meeting with him, Khawam said. Guillen went missing from Fort Hood in April, and is believed to have been killed by another soldier. Click here to see more of Click2Houston.coms coverage of Vanessa Guillen.

AUSTIN, Texas A 22-year-old woman accused of helping hide the body of a slain Texas soldier pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges related to the crime. Cecily Aguilar of Killeen, near Fort Hood, entered the pleas Tuesday in federal court in Waco to three conspiracy charges in the death of Army Spc. Vanessa Guilln, 20. A judge denied bond for Aguilar and she will remain in the Bell County Jail in Belton, Texas, while awaiting trial, KCEN TV reports. She said they will continue to build a whistleblower case for the slain soldier and asked anyone with information on Aguilar to come forward.

HOUSTON – Community leaders and members held events Saturday to honor the life of a beloved soldier, Vanessa Guillen, who was found murdered at the Fort Hood base. Fundraiser for Guillen’s FamilyThe Guillen family’s barbecue fundraiser in southeast Houston marked the start of a full day of events to remember beloved Army specialist, Guillen. The motorcycles, trucks and cars cruised through Houston’s historic east side and ended at the Taqueria Del Sol on Park Place Blvd. Many chanted Vanessa Guillen’s name. Hundreds in masks packed the back parking lot of Taqueria Del Sol on Park Place Blvd in Southeast Houston.

Vanessa Guillen, who investigators say was bludgeoned to death at Fort Hood by a fellow soldier. That day, Robinson was identified as a person of concern based on information that he provided investigators during his interview, Army officials said. The Army says the gun Robinson used was not issued by Fort Hood, but it's unclear where he got it. Army officials said 52 agents from multiple military and civilian law enforcement agencies have conducted more than 300 interviews investigating Guillen's killing. That has lasted for more than 170 days, and Army officials say that has led to forensic examinations of more than 50 phones.

Vanessa Guillen, who investigators say was bludgeoned to death at Fort Hood by a fellow soldier. Aguilar, 22, of Killeen, Texas, near Fort Hood, is currently in custody at the Bell County Jail. The Army says the gun Robinson used was not issued by Fort Hood, but it's unclear where he got it. Army officials said 52 agents from multiple military and civilian law enforcement agencies have conducted more than 300 interviews investigating Guillen's killing. That has lasted for more than 170 days, and Army officials say that has led to forensic examinations of more than 50 phones.

SAN ANTONIO – Cars, trucks, and motorcycles are encouraged to attend a San Antonio-based convoy this weekend in honor of Vanessa Guillen, KSAT reported. The #IAmVanessaGuillen convoy will take place Saturday and all vehicles, including vehicle clubs are invited, according to a Facebook event of the same name. Attendees without a vehicle are also invited to join. The event was created to honor Guillen and other service members who suffered from sexual assault or harassment, KSAT reported. Over 200 attendees are expected to participate this Saturday, and strict COVID-19 guidelines will be followed, according to the Facebook event.

HOUSTON Murals featuring fallen Fort Hood soldier, Vanessa Guillen, are being painted across the state in the days since the U.S. Army confirmed that the human remains found near the Leon River in Bell County on June 30 were indeed hers. Many of the murals bear her image and are reminiscent of the hashtags #Justice4Vanessa, #justiceforvanessaguillen #iamvanessaguillen and #vanessaguillen -- trending since she went missing on April 22. HoustonGalvestonKilleenDonnaFort WorthSan JuanWeslacoFresno, TexasAustinCecily Aguilar, 22, is accused of tampering with evidence in connection with the 20-year-old soldiers disappearance. She told investigators her estranged husband, soldier Aaron Robinson killed Guillen with a hammer on April 22 and asked her to help him dispose of the body. Robinson died last week from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

WACO, Texas – The woman arrested in connection with the disappearance of Fort. Hood soldier, Vanessa Guillen is expected to appear in court Monday. Aaron Robinson, who is believed to have killed Guillen reportedly asked his estranged wife, Aguilar, for help dismembering and attempting to burn Guillen’s body, officials said. According to Aguilar, Robinson killed Guillen “by striking her in the head with a hammer while on Ft. “She was very bold minded.”Aguilar is set to remain in custody after her court appearance.

HOUSTON Dozens of people remembered Vanessa Guillen during a vigil on Sunday night in front of a new mural in southeast Houston. Hernandez said she played soccer with Guillen at Chavez High School. I remember every day coming after school, she was always the first one out there running, said Hernandez. Carina Briseno said she played soccer with Guillen as well. We need change and we need justice, Briseno said.

July 2, 2020, Mark Lambie/El Paso Times via REUTERSEl Pasoans held a vigil recently for Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guilln. Mark Lambie/El Paso Times via REUTERSProtesters marched and held a vigil for Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guilln at the state Capitol on Sunday. Eddie Gaspar/The Texas TribuneProtesters marched and held a vigil for Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guilln at the state Capitol on July 5, 2020. Eddie Gaspar/The Texas TribuneProtesters marched and held a vigil for Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guilln at the state Capitol on July 5, 2020. Eddie Gaspar/The Texas TribuneA group of protesters gathered at the state Capitol for a vigil in honor of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guilln.

HOUSTON Fort Hood officials are expected to announce new updates in the disappearance and death of Houston-native soldier Vanessa Guillen Monday. Guillens remains were found last week near Leon River in Bell County and were positively identified as the missing soldier Sunday. Cecily Aguilar, 22, is accused of tampering with evidence in connection with the 20-year-old soldiers disappearance. Troubling reality'The updates from Fort Hood officials come as Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia and 87 other members of Congress sent a letter to the Department of Defense demanding an independent investigation into Fort Hoods handling of Guillens case. In SPC Guillens case, the U.S. Army failed both Vanessa and her family, said Congresswoman Garcia.

HOUSTON – Hundreds of people marched from Discovery Green to Houston’s city hall in honor of 20-year-old Vanessa Guillen. The Houston native, who was missing since April, is believed to have been bludgeoned to death on the Fort Hood army base in Kileen. Lupe Guillen, Vanessa’s sister, choked back tears as she addressed the large crowd. Other protesters, like Yvette Villegas, were at the event demanding those responsible for Guillen’s death be held accountable. “I don’t think any woman or anybody should have to go through this whether she’s in uniform or not,” Villegas said.

Army investigators believe Guillen, a Texas soldier missing since April, was killed by another soldier on the Texas base where they served, the attorney for the missing soldier's family said Thursday. (Steve Gonzales/Houston Chronicle via AP)DALLAS Army investigators have identified the body of a soldier who vanished more than two months ago from a base in Texas, according to a lawyer for the soldiers family. Vanessa Guilln and Army officials informed her family in Houston Sunday, attorney Natalie Khawam told The Associated Press. Guilln, who had been missing since April, was killed and dismembered by a fellow soldier who took his own life last week, federal and military investigators have said. Army officials identified the soldier suspected in Guillns disappearance as Aaron David Robinson.

HOUSTON – Houston artist Donkeeboy has put out a call for more murals of Vanessa Guillen to be painted across the city. He made the call on his Instagram saying, “Who has walls where Vanessa Guillen murals can go up. DM me if you have wall space pls. Let’s paint the whole city!”Donkeeboy and his mother, Donkeemom, painted a mural honoring Guillen on Wednesday at Taqueria Del Sol. Donkeeboy is looking for wall space, artists who are interested, and sponsors who can help to cover the cost of artist materials at approximately $250 per mural.

HOUSTON A protest will be held to demand accountability and justice for Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen in College Station. A Change.org petition is also making viral rounds on Friday, calling for President Donald Trump to have all flags at half-staff in honor of Fort Hood soldier and Houston native Vanessa Guillen, missing since April. The petition, created by James Vaughan Thursday evening, has a goal of 5,000 signatures. The tragic and untimely death of SPC Vanessa Guillen saddens the local community and the nation, the petitions description reads, Lets ask President Trump to order the U.S. Flag to half-staff to honor an American soldier who should not have had her life ended so abruptly.Guillen was promoted to Specialist on Thursday to honor her service with the U.S. Army.

FORT HOOD, Texas Vanessa Guillen, the Fort Hood soldier from Houston who has been missing since April, received a promotion due to her time in service, according to the U.S. Army. In a news release, the Army said that Guillen was promoted to specialist, effective Wednesday. The remains have yet to be identified, but Guillens family said they believe they belong to her. According to the Army, another suspect in the case is the estranged wife of a former Fort Hood soldier, who is in custody and awaiting charges. There will be a 2 p.m. news conference to address the current status of the investigation.

Fort Hood senior commander will host a press conference to address the current status of the Spc. Vanessa Guillen investigation. At 2 p.m., Maj. Gen. Scott Efflandt, III Corps deputy commanding general, will be joined by Fort Hoods U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (CID) and representatives from law enforcement agencies who are assisting with the investigation. This is a developing story.

Army investigators believe Guillen, a Texas soldier missing since April, was killed by another soldier on the Texas base where they served, the attorney for the missing soldier's family said Thursday. Human remains were found Tuesday near the Leon River in Bell County, about 20 miles (32 kilometers) east of Fort Hood, in the search for Guillen. The criminal complaint released later Thursday said the civilian arrested in connection to the Guillen case is Cecily Aguilar, 22, of Killeen, Texas, near Fort Hood. From their text conversations, Mayra Guillen said she believed her sister was afraid during her time at Fort Hood. Guillen was last seen April 22 in a parking lot at Fort Hood.

Vanessa Guillen, who is assigned to the 3rd Cavalry Regiment, was last seen on April 22 in the parking lot of her regimental engineer squadron headquarters. Speaking in Washington, Guillen’s family said they believe those remains are hers. Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Wednesday, July 1, 2020“Everything points to it,” said Mayra Guillen, Vanessa Guillen’s sister. Lupe Guillen, Vanessa Guillen’s other sister, said her sister did not deserve to be treated this way while serving her country. Lupe Guillen accused leaders at Fort Hood of dismissing sexual harassment and sexual assault claims as a joke.

FORT HOOD, Texas – Police said a person wanted in connection to the disappearance of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound Wednesday morning. Police said on Tuesday, they were told that a person of interest in the disappearance of Guillen had left the base and was inside the city of Killeen. Police said the suspect was an active-duty soldier whose name is being withheld at this time. Posted by Killeen Police Department on Wednesday, July 1, 2020According to the United States Army, another suspect in the case is the estranged wife of a former Fort Hood soldier and is currently in custody in the Bell County Jail awaiting charges by authorities. Vanessa Guillen,” said Chris Grey, the spokesman for Army CID.

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FORT HOOD, Texas Human remains have been found during the search for a missing Fort Hood soldier who is from Houston. Vanessa Guillen, 20, found what are being described as partial human remains near the Leon River in Bell County. U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Houston) met with base officials last week and said military investigators believed foul play was involved in Guillens disappearance. Base officials said June 18 that they were launching an investigation into allegations that Guillen was sexually harassed before her disappearance. Guillens family had planned to be in Washington on Wednesday to call for action in the search.

Texas EquuSearch will focus on an undisclosed patch of rural property in Bell County Saturday. The group is searching for Houstonian and soldier, Vanessa Guillen, who has been missing since April 22. We don’t know how many people could possibly be involved,” Texas EquuSearch founder Tim Miller said. Miller plans to drive to the Fort Hood area Friday night and meet with a team of about two dozen. Mayra said that she planned on being with Texas EquuSearch in Bell County this weekend.

FORT HOOD, Texas U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Houston) is expected to speak Tuesday about the search for a missing Fort Hood soldier who is from Houston. Garcia has scheduled a news conference about the disappearance of Pfc. Vanessa Guillen sometime after she meets with officials at Fort Hood. Last week, officials said they were launching an investigation into allegations that Guillen was sexually harassed before her disappearance. Garcias news conference was tentatively scheduled for 11 a.m. Click2Houston.com plans to offer a livestream of the event.

HOUSTON Skeletal remains were discovered in a Killeen field Friday morning after the Fort Hood Criminal Investigations Division received a tip, according to the Killeen Police Department. At 9 a.m., Killeen police say Fort Hood officials notified them of a tip about a body in a field near the 3200 block of Florence Road in Killeen, Texas. The two agencies were assisted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife K9 division to search the field. During the K9 search, skeletal remains were located and a crime scene was established, officials wrote in a release. Tim Miller with Equusearch told KPRC 2 the skeletal remains are not believed to be those of missing Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen who was last seen on April 22.

FORT HOOD, Texas An investigation has been launched into allegations that a missing Houston soldier had been sexually harassed. Col. Ralph Overland, commander of the 3rd Calvary Regiment, said he has appointed an investigating team to conduct a commanders investigation into allegations that Pfc. I take allegations of sexual harassment very seriously and we are conducting a thorough investigation, Overland said in the written statement. Guillen and will not stop until we find her.A reward of $50,000 is being offered for information in Guillens disappearance. Anyone with information on Guillens whereabouts is asked to call 254-495-7767 or send a tip via the Armys Criminal Investigation Command website.

HOUSTON Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia hosted a virtual press conference with the family of 20-year-old Vanessa Guillen, the Fort Hood soldier who has been missing for almost two months. My office has been working directly with Vanessas family as we do everything in our power to find Vanessa, Garcia said. Garcia said Guillens family told her that Vanessa Guillen did not feel safe on base and the Congresswoman mentioned the issues Fort Hood has had with sexual assaults. Guillen's family has been desperate for news of Vanessa who they say has big plans for her life. She has a lot of people who are really affected by everything thats going on, said Mayra Guillen, Vanessas sister.

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HOUSTON The U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for credible information in the search for a 20-year-old Fort Hood soldier who went missing nearly two months ago. Vanessa Guillen was last seen on April 22 between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in the parking lot of her Regimental Engineer Squadron Headquarters, officials wrote in a Facebook post Monday. She was last seen in the parking lot wearing a black t-shirt and purple fitness-type pants, officials wrote. Guillen maintained close ties with her family and the city of her birth, visiting there frequently while stationed at Fort Hood. officials wrote. Anyone with information is asked to contact Army CID Special Agents at 254-287-2722 or the Military Police Desk at 254-288-1170.

HOUSTON – It has been 50 days since 20-year-old Private First Class Vanessa Guillen was last seen. The family of a missing Fort Hood soldier is renewing their pleas for answers and help in finding her. Mayra Guillen says it's been a struggle for the family to get answers from Fort Hood and the United States Army. In a statement, Fort Hood said their efforts to locate Guillen are ongoing and involved numerous law enforcement agencies on the local, state and federal levels. On Friday at 4 p.m., the family will hold a protest at Fort Hood in Killeen, Texas.

The U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the whereabouts of Pfc. Vanessa Guillen, NBC DFW reportsFort Hood officials and Special Agents from the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command are asking for the public’s help in locating the missing soldier. pic.twitter.com/GZLBkamc4h — quan (@trapixxx) April 24, 2020According to NBC DFW, Guillen graduated from Chavez High School in Houston two years ago and enlisted in the Army. She went to boot camp in South Carolina and was stationed in Virginia before moving to Fort Hood. A Be on the Lookout (BOLO) notice has been issued by Fort Hood Military Police issued.