WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following statement on Private First Class Duncan C. Crookston, who died late last week from complications resulting from injuries sustained in Iraq:

“Private First Class Duncan C. Crookston served his country with great honor and distinction. It is a tragedy when someone with such a bright future loses their life so young. His service to our country is greatly appreciated by Coloradoans and Americans nationwide.

“I want to personally thank his family and extend my heartfelt condolences to them for their loss.”