May 29, 2017 – The U.S. Navy released the name of the Leap Frogs parachutist who died during a jump that was part of New York Fleet Week on Sunday.
Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Remington Peters was a 27 year old Navy SEAL and a member of the Leap Frogs, the U.S. Navy Parachute Team that performs aerial stunts across the country.
A statement released by Peters’ family reads: “Words cannot begin to express our devastation and heartbreak over the passing of our courageous warrior. Although our time with him was cut short, we are so grateful that we were blessed with such a positive and principled loving man. He is painfully missed. No words could do justice, but we are so grateful for all that he taught us, and all the love he gave us in his 27 wonderful years. Today, we honor our selfless, humble and quiet professional.”
May 28, 2017 – A member of the U.S. Navy’s elite parachute team, the Leap Frogs, was pronounced dead today at 1:10 p.m. after his parachute malfunctioned and he landed in the Hudson River during an aerial demonstration at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey.
The service member was retrieved immediately by the U.S. Coast Guard personnel who were specifically standing by in vessels to support the event, and transported to Jersey City Medical Center for care.
The accident occurred at approximately 12:10 p.m. today during a planned Fleet Week New York event that featured a coordinated parachute jump by the Leap Frogs.
“Our hearts and prayers go out to his family, and I ask for all of your prayers for the Navy SEAL community who lost a true patriot today,” said Rear Adm. Jack Scorby, Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic.
The incident is under investigation and the service member’s name is being withheld until family notifications are complete.
Source: US Navy
