Navy Identifies Sailor Killed in Vehicle Accident

US Navy

CORONADO, Calif. - The U.S. Navy released the name of the Sailor killed in a vehicle accident that occurred while members of a West Coast-based Naval Special Warfare unit returned from training at Camp Billy Machen in Niland, Calif., June 3.

Electronics Technician 2nd Class John Deltoro, 29, was pronounced dead on the scene and transported to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office.

Four additional Sailors were injured during the incident and were transported for care to regional hospitals. Two of the Sailors remain in critical condition and two Sailors are in stable condition. The names of the injured are being withheld in accordance with policy.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Deltoro family and our injured teammates," said Rear Adm. H.W. Howard III, commander, Naval Special Warfare Command. "John was one of our best combat support technicians, enabling our force to conduct highly complex and high-risk missions in the Nation's defense."

The U.S. Navy and the California Highway Patrol are investigating the cause of the incident.

"John was an exceptional teammate, and we mourn his tragic loss," said Capt. David Abernathy, commander, Naval Special Warfare Group 1. "We will remain in support of John's family and will never forget his dedication to selfless service."

Deltoro is from Augusta, Ga., and joined the Navy in 2012.

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