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Afghan National Faces Death Penalty for Soldier's Murder

11/29/2025

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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, faces upgraded first-degree murder charges for the ambush that killed National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom and left Andrew Wolfe critically wounded.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro called the incident premeditated murder and noted it occurred on a national holiday.
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the death penalty will be sought against Lakanwal, who previously faced lesser charges.
The motive for the attack remains unconfirmed.

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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, faces upgraded first-degree murder charges for the ambush that killed National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom and left Andrew Wolfe critically wounded.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro called the incident premeditated murder and noted it occurred on a national holiday.
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the death penalty will be sought against Lakanwal, who previously faced lesser charges.
The motive for the attack remains unconfirmed.