8 sailors attached to USS Lincoln have attempted suicide, acting Navy secretary says
Summary
Eight sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln and its attached units have tried to take their own lives during the carrier's long deployment related to the war in Iran. The acting Navy secretary said this number is similar to what is expected during long missions and falls in line with Navy-wide suicide attempt rates.Key Facts
- The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group has been deployed for about 10 months due to the conflict involving Iran.
- Eight suicide attempts were reported among the crew and personnel from related units during this deployment.
- The strike group includes the USS Lincoln carrier, destroyers, supply ships, and Coast Guard cutters.
- The ship had between 2,500 to 2,800 sailors aboard during the deployment.
- Navy records show 356 suicide attempts in 2024 across the entire Navy, a number that has increased by nearly 50% over three years.
- Extended deployments without port visits, especially in regions where typical stops like Bahrain are unsafe, may affect sailors’ mental health.
- A sailor went overboard in August but was rescued quickly.
- There have been some onboard issues, including problems with piping and fewer meal options.
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