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Ex-Sergeant Major Guilty in Gunner's Tragic Assault Case

9/8/2025

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Ex-Sergeant Major Michael Webber pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting Gunner Jaysley Beck, who died by suicide in December 2021.
Beck's suicide followed her complaint about Webber's inappropriate behavior at a work event.
An inquest revealed harassment from multiple officers, including Bombardier Ryan Mason, who sent her thousands of texts.
Beck's family criticized the Army for not taking her complaints seriously or reporting them to the police.
The Army has since apologized and established zero tolerance policies for sexual misconduct.
Webber awaits sentencing following his guilty plea on September 5, 2025.

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Ex-Sergeant Major Michael Webber pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting Gunner Jaysley Beck, who died by suicide in December 2021.
Beck's suicide followed her complaint about Webber's inappropriate behavior at a work event.
An inquest revealed harassment from multiple officers, including Bombardier Ryan Mason, who sent her thousands of texts.
Beck's family criticized the Army for not taking her complaints seriously or reporting them to the police.
The Army has since apologized and established zero tolerance policies for sexual misconduct.
Webber awaits sentencing following his guilty plea on September 5, 2025.