A young sailor died by suicide. Her family blames health care gaps and long deployment

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Published on September 29, 2026 • Originally reported by Steve Walsh. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Jaimie Bethea, a 21-year-old mass communication specialist, had been deployed on the USS Fort Lauderdale for more than 11 months. She died by suicide in June, a month before the ship finally returned to Norfolk, Va.

Jaimie Bethea, a 21-year-old mass communication specialist, had been deployed on the USS Fort Lauderdale for more than 11 months. She died by suicide in June.

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