Arnold Schwarzenegger
California State Governor

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the deaths of Cpl. Adrian Robles of Scottsbluff, NE and Lance Cpl. San Sim of Santa Ana:

“Corporal Adrian Robles and Lance Corporal San Sim served our country with honor, loyalty and an unrelenting commitment to protecting our freedoms. They were extraordinary patriots and will be remembered forever by the people of California. Maria and I extend our thoughts and prayers to their families and friends during this difficult time.”

Robles, 21, and Sim, 23, died Oct. 22 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. Robles was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms, CA. Sim was assigned to 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms, CA.

In honor of Cpl. Robles and Lance Cpl. Sim, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.