The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Pfc. Gregory R. Goodrich, 37, of Bartonville, Ill., died April 9 in Iraq when his convoy came under attack by individuals using rocket-propelled grenades and small arms fire. Goodrich was assigned to the Army Reserve,s 724th Transportation Company, Bartonville, Ill.

The incident is under investigation.

For further information related to this release, contact Army Public Affairs at (703) 692-2000.