Another team guy lost in AZ

[wopr]

Just thought I would let those on the board know that another Little Creek based SEAL passed away during jump training in AZ yesterday. If his family is on here, our prayers are with you.

[joshdupre]

Do you have link to a news article on that, I can't find anything about it on the web.

[kiwigirl]

I just found this:

U.S. Navy SEAL Dies During Training Exercise

SAN DIEGO, CA - A Virginia Beach-based U.S. Navy SEAL died this morning from injuries suffered while conducting parachute training operations near Marana, Ariz. The incident took place at approximately 8 a.m. Thursday morning (MST). The SEAL was transported via life flight to the University Medical Center, Tucson, AZ where he was pronounced dead.

"We deeply mourn the loss of our teammate," said Cmdr. Greg Geisen, Naval Special Warfare spokesman. "Following this unfortunate incident, Navy parachute training at the facility near Marana, Arizona has been suspended and a safety stand-down has been initiated. This training is designed to prepare SEALs for real-world missions on the battlefield. Training safety is always a top concern but the type of advanced training SEALs engage in is extremely challenging and has inherent risks. "

A Navy investigation is in progress to determine the details of the incident. The SEAL, whose name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin, was assigned to an east coast based SEAL Team.

Another SEAL death occurred last month on 13 February, 2008 during a parachute training exercise near Marana, AZ. "The circumstances of these two incidents appear on the surface to be unrelated but that is why we conduct meticulous investigations," Geisen said. "It would be premature to make any conclusions before the investigators have had a chance to do their jobs."

All media queries regarding this incident should be directed to the Naval Special Warfare Public Affairs Office, at 619-522-2824. For general information on Naval Special Warfare visit www.seal.navy.mil.

-NSW

[Courtenay]

Rest in peace. Every life lost is a tragedy. My heart goes out to his family and friends.

[wopr]

http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/0307seal-killed0307-ON.html

[sbd22]

I hate to hear this type of stuff. I can' believe it. Stay strong, live happy, die satisfied. RIP

[scott126]

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

[mikev]

Hate to hear news like this. Prayers going out to his family.

[YoungerPope]

Rest in peace.

This forum has been way too active lately.

[infantry_scout]

RIP Frogman...