A U.S. Air Force sergeant was found dead in Lake Roosevelt on Friday, according to the Gila County Sheriff’s Office.
The aviator was identified as a sergeant. Corey Wade. Authorities believe Wade died during a training exercise at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, the sheriff’s office said.
Wade was a Medical Logistics Airman with the 48th Rescue Squadron based at Davis Monthan. The sheriff’s office led a multi-day search-and-rescue effort after Wade disappeared in the lake around 2 p.m. Wednesday while training to support Operation Jump.
His body was found on Friday.
“Sergeant Wade was an exemplary Airman and consummate professional during his time with the 48th Rescue Squadron and will be greatly missed. Scott Mills, Commander, 355th Wing. “My thoughts are with Sergeant Wade’s family, friends and teammates during this difficult time. The leaders at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base offer comfort and support to our community as we navigate this tragedy. I am ready to do it,” he said. together. “
The sheriff’s office said the details of Wade’s death are still under investigation.
The Wade search effort was also assisted by Tonto Lim Search and Rescue, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, United States Navy, Border Patrol, and Forest Service.
