How Erik died

The incident is currently under investigation. [source: Faces of the Fallen]
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Press Coverage [source: Faces of the Fallen]

Santee man recalled as selfless, successful
  (San Diego Union Tribune, Oct. 23, 2007)

Marine Cpl. Erik T. Garoutte, 22, Santee; collapses, dies in Iraq after working out
  (Los Angeles Times, Oct. 28, 2007)