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Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Yahoo
New information on Norfolk sailor's death, name of suspect revealed
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — The sailor in pre-trial confinement in connection to the death of Seaman Angelina Resendiz's death has been identified by the attorney for Resendiz's mother. There was an initial review officer's hearing at the Naval Consolidated Brig in Chesapeake, where Resendiz's mother, Esmeralda Castle, spoke. Attorney Marshall Griffin, representing Castle, was not at the hearing, but 10 On Your Side spoke to him exclusively, and he confirmed the name of the accused sailor as Jermiah Copeland, who he said will stay in pre-trial confinement due to the seriousness of the charges. NCIS: Body confirmed as missing Norfolk Naval Station sailor; Navy sailor in confinement 'The Navy confirmed that Jeremiah Copeland is the person being detained or confined, on suspicion in this case,' Griffin told 10 On Your Side. Griffin pointed out what needs to happen as the case moves forward. 'The government just has to show that a crime occurred and that there's some evidence that the accused committed the offense,' Griffin said. 'So the process at this stage is kind of built with the understanding that the government is not going to have what I would call a final charge sheet yet.' The initial review officer's hearing determines whether there is continued pre-trial confinement in the case. 'It is distinguishable from, like, bond hearing, because there's no amount of money,' Griffin said. 'It's not about money. The independent reviewing officer is considering criteria to determine whether the individual is a flight risk, or they're likely to engage in other misconduct, and consider the government's evidence whether a crime actually occurred.' Griffin said the specific charges against the sailor are not yet known, and that is still to be determined from the on-going investigation, and the evidence. 'They're probably going to look at cell phone records,' Griffin said. 'They're going to look at anything they have to try to learn more about the relationship, the involvement of other people, to the extent they have any evidence of that.' Castle read a statement by telephone during Monday's hearing, saying 'the person responsible for this horrific loss made deliberate choices that ended Angie's life. Their actions were not a mistake. They were a betrayal of trust, of duty, and of basic human decency.' Said Griffin: 'Obviously, the family is very concerned about the way it was handled, the circumstances that this person, may have been brought into proximity to the victim.' What happens next? 'So, once someone goes into pretrial confinement, the government has 120 days to arraign them,' Griffin said. 'Within those 120 days, they need to hold an Article 32 hearing if they're going to take him to a general court martial, which is the most serious.' Griffin said explanations for any slow response by the Navy to the missing sailor were because it thought it was case of Resendiz leaving voluntarily. 'From what I understand, the Navy's initial reaction was that it was an AWOL case that she had left voluntarily,' Griffin said, 'and that reaction appears to have maybe slowed things somewhat.' Griffin says the family is focused on justice and accountability for anybody involved, 'How did this happen? Were the notification procedures that were in place, were they followed? Did the people who were in place report this, detectives, did they do their jobs? We want to know the person who's responsible for actually hurting her,' Griffin said, '… and any people who were assisting.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
11-06-2025
- CBS News
Navy sailor Angelina Resendiz found dead after vanishing from Virginia barracks; another sailor detained
A U.S. Navy sailor who disappeared from her barracks about two weeks ago has been found dead, authorities said Wednesday, and another sailor is currently in pretrial custody in connection with her death. Angelina Petra Resendiz, 21, vanished from her barracks at a naval base in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 29, according to the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, or NCIS. She was reported missing June 3, and the Virginia State Police subsequently issued a "critically missing adult alert" on behalf of the agency. The Norfolk Medical Examiner identified her body on Tuesday, after remains were found the day before in a wooded part of the city, a spokesperson for the law enforcement agency said in a statement to CBS News. Angelina Resendiz GoFundMe Authorities have not released the name of the Navy sailor who is being detained in Resendiz's death. Charges were pending Wednesday, but the agency noted that the sailor would be tried in accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice. That set of rules dictates how the military investigates, prosecutes and punishes personnel for a range of crimes. It applies to active-duty members of the military, the National Guard and Reserve, as well as military academy students, according to the Department of Defense. Resendiz was a culinary specialist assigned to the USS James E. Williams and based at Naval Station Norfolk, according to NCIS and CBS News affiliate WTKR. "NCIS has worked tirelessly in close coordination with Navy leadership, the Norfolk Police Department, Virginia State Police, Virginia Search and Rescue, and numerous other federal and local law enforcement partners to pursue all leads since learning of Seaman Resendiz' disappearance," the agency said. "NCIS remains committed to uncovering the facts surrounding the tragic death of Seaman Resendiz to ensure accountability and justice." Esmerelda Castle, Resendiz's mother, criticized the Navy's handling of her daughter's case in a statement this week, WTKR reported. "[Resendiz's] colleagues, friends, and even authorities knew she was missing, but the response was minimal, and after her friends filed a missing person's report when her commander would not, they showed little compassion or understanding," Castle said in the statement, according to WTKR. "This callousness led to [Resendiz's] death, which cannot be tolerated." A GoFundMe launched to help Castle has raised over $9,000.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
British sailor arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after ‘throwing girlfriend into river'
A British sailor has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly throwing his girlfriend into a river in Portugal. The sailor, 60, is reported to have fled the scene as his girlfriend - who cannot swim - was saved by another sailor on a different boat. A witness told Portuguese newspaper Correio da Manha that the British sailor 'threw his victim into the river during a row' before fleeing on his yacht. The yachtsman allegedly knew his girlfriend could not swim when he reportedly threw her overboard, according to the newspaper. Police later tracked down the suspect and arrested him. He was remanded in custody amid an ongoing investigation. The 60-year-old is being investigated on suspicion of domestic violence and attempted murder, according to reports. The incident took place on the River Tagus off the town of Oeiras, located west of Lisbon. The victim is also understood to be British, though police have not released her nationality. She was taken to hospital after the alleged attack and her condition is unknown. The two started their relationship about a year ago, according to public prosecutors, before moving onto the yacht together. It was owned by the man who was arrested. The vessel has since been seized by investigators. The River Tagus, the longest in the Iberian peninsula, is considered to be one of the most polluted in Portugal, with toxins and bacteria potentially posing a risk to those swimming in it. Some sections of the river may also have dangerous currents or streams, making it unsuitable for swimming. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Fox News
06-06-2025
- Fox News
Navy sailor vanishes without a trace as mother reveals concerning break in daily habit
Virginia authorities are searching for missing sailor Angelina Petra Resendiz, who was last seen on May 29 at her barracks in Norfolk. The last known sighting of Angelina Petra Resendiz, 21, was around 10 p.m. in Miller Hall at Naval Station Norfolk, according to Virginia State Police. Police are describing Resendiz's disappearance as critical, saying her health is at risk. Fox News Digital reached out to police. Resendiz's mother, Esmeralda Castle, who lives in Resendiz's former home state of Texas, described her daughter as "loving" and "kind" in an interview with WVEC. She worked as a culinary specialist for the Navy, Castle said. Castle added that Resendiz has not responded to calls or texts from her family, which is out of character. "Her and my sister have a 400-day streak on Snapchat. Every single day she talks to somebody. She talks to family, or she will talk to a friend," Castle told WVEC. The 21-year-old does not drive or have a vehicle, and she was reported missing after she failed to show up for work, according to WVEC. "She just stopped existing Thursday. She's spent no money, made no calls." "She disappeared," Castle told the outlet. "It's very hard to tell people that she's missing." Resendiz is described as a Hispanic female standing 5 ft. 5 in. and weighing 110 lbs. She has brown eyes and black hair. Authorities are asking anyone with information about her whereabouts to contact (877) 579-3648.
Washington Post
18-05-2025
- Washington Post
Mexican naval cadet, sailor identified as victims in Brooklyn Bridge crash
A Mexican naval academy cadet and a sailor died when the glitzy 'goodwill vessel' they were aboard hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday, Mexico's president said Sunday, as U.S. transportation investigators arrived in New York to investigate the crash that injured 19 others and left the ship's broken masts tangled with the bridge.
