Dover Air Force Base Airman found dead in NYC

DOVER, Del. – A Dover Air Force Base Airman has been found dead in New York City.

Officials say a Staff Sergeant assigned to the 436th Airlift Wing was found and recovered from the Hudson River on Thursday. At 1:30 a.m. Friday, Dover Air Force Base received notification that the member was declared dead at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York City.

The cause of death is under investigation. The Airman’s identity will not be released until 24 hours after notification of next-of-kin.

“We are devastated to have lost a Team Dover Airman,” said Col. Chris McDonald, 436th AW commander. “We are currently focused on providing support to the member’s family, coworkers and all of those feeling the impact of this tragic loss. I encourage members of our Dover Family to reach out to one of our many helping agencies for support during this difficult time.”