The two service members who passed away due to a crash near Santa Teresa, New Mexico earlier this week were 22-year-old Lance Cpl. Albert A. Aguilera of Riverside, California and 28-year-old Lance Cpl. Marcelino M. Gamino of Fresno, California, according to the 1st Marine Division

“Officials with 1st Marine Division identified the two Marines who were killed after a vehicle accident April 15 while supporting Joint Task Force Southern Border operations,” a press release states. “The crash occurred during a convoy movement near Santa Teresa, New Mexico.”

Both men were combat engineers, according to the April 17 press release, which also noted that another Marine was in critical condition and undergoing treatment. 

“I am very saddened to learn of the tragic accident yesterday that took the lives of two of our nation’s heroes and seriously injured another. My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with them, their families, and the unit,” Hegseth noted in a Wednesday post on X.

Fox News’ Liz Friden contributed to this report