FORT BRAGG, N.C. (WTVD) -- A Fort Bragg representative confirmed garrison commander Col. Phillip Sounia was relieved of his command June 19.
In a news release sent Monday afternoon, the representative said officials made the decision because of "loss of trust and confidence in his abilities to command."
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Fort Bragg did not provide additional information about Sounia's actions that led up to his dismissal.
Justin Mitchell, Fort Bragg's deputy garrison commander, will serve as acting commander until a replacement resumes command.
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Fort Bragg said an investigation is ongoing.