Sailor dies after being lost overboard while operating in the Red Sea on Norfolk ship [Video]

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The Department of Defense announced on March 23 that a sailor was lost overboard from the USS Mason, and has died.

The sailor was supporting operations in the Red Sea, as part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group stationed out of Norfolk.

Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class Oriola Michael Aregbesola, 34, died March 20 as a result of a non-combat related incident, officials said. The incident is under investigation.

Aregbesola joined the Navy in 2020, and reported to HSM-74 in December 2020.

“Petty Officer Aregbesola fully embodied the selfless character and thoughtful warrior spirit of the United States Navy Sailor,” said Cmdr. Eric Kohut, HSM-74 commanding officer. “His outstanding performance prior to and during deployment went well beyond aircraft maintenance; he truly saw and valued every member of the ship/air team. He will continue on in the heart of every Swamp Fox and our …