Gov. Issues Statement on Death of Hesperia Airman

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Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Hesperia Airman

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Airman 1st Class Jacob I. Ramsey, of Hesperia:

“Airman 1st Class Jacob I. Ramsey was a true American hero who gave his life fighting to protect the ideals that we hold dear in this country. We will be forever grateful for his selfless service and incredible sacrifice. Maria and I join all Californians in offering our thoughts and prayers to Jacob’s family and friends as they mourn this terrible loss.”

Ramsey, 20, died April 10 of injuries sustained from a non-combat related incident in Kabul, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 712th Air Support Operations Squadron, U.S. Air Force, Fort Hood, Texas.

In honor of Airman 1st Class Ramsey, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.