US Coast Guard confirms Petty Officer Tyler Jaggers death after mission injury
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Key Points:
- Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Jaggers, an aviation survival technician with the U.S. Coast Guard, died following injuries sustained during a medical evacuation mission off Cape Flattery, Washington, on February 27.
- Jaggers was critically injured during the mission, placed on life support, and later passed away at Madigan Army Medical Center in Fort Lewis, Washington, surrounded by family and Coast Guard teammates.
- He was recently advanced to AST2 for his dedication and mentorship and awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism in aerial flight.
- The Coast Guard and the Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer Association are supporting Jaggers' family and colleagues, while officials praised his selfless service and sacrifice.
- Additional details about the mission have
