3 NAS Pensacola sailors die in car crash

Three sailors assigned to Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, died early Saturday morning after a car crash, the Navy confirmed. The service members were assigned to Naval Air Technical Training Center and Naval Aviation Schools Command. “The Navy mourns the loss of our shipmates and extends our deepest condolences to the sailors’ families, friends, and fellow sailors during this difficult time,” the Navy said in a statement provided to Military Times. “Grief counseling service and support are available through local Navy chaplains.” Local media affiliates reported that police were notified of the crash at 1:35 a.m. Saturday morning. Police told local reporters that the car was in flames when first responders arrived. Once the blaze was doused, the three sailors were found inside. The circumstances that led to the crash were not immediately clear. The names of the service members have not yet been released.