Remains of U.S. soldier 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr. recovered in Morocco after disappearing during African Lion exercises
The remains of 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., 27, were recovered from the Atlantic Ocean on May 9, 2025, approximately one week after he went missing during a recreational hike near the Cap Draa Training Area in Morocco. Key and a second soldier were reported missing on May 2 after reportedly falling from a cliff while off duty following participation in the African Lion multinational military exercises. A search-and-rescue operation involving more than 600 personnel, frigates, vessels, helicopters, and drones continues as the second soldier remains missing.
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