Returning soldier surprises family at softball game

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Video Report By Jeff Zevely, Reporter - bio | email

SAN DIEGO (CBS 8) - A 22-year old soldier from Rancho Bernardo, who spent the last nine months in Afghanistan, is back home.

She arrived two days early to surprise her family and friends.

In this News 8 video report, Jeff Zevely has more on the heartwarming reunion.

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Returning soldier surprises family at softball game

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