Wednesday, June 22, 2011

** Body of Maryland EMT/firefighter recruit found in reservoir

** UK combat medic killed in Afghanistan leaves will funds for friends to travel to Las Vegas

UNITED STATES NEWS

** Maryland police in Eldersburg have opened an investigation after recovering the body of a Baltimore EMT/firefighter recruit from a nearby reservoir Sunday. The Carroll County Times (June 20) said the decomposing remains of Rodney Earl Goggins, Jr., 20, were spotted floating in foot deep water around 2:45 p.m. by an area boater. According to the newspaper, Goggins’ body, which has now been sent for autopsy, did not show any obvious signs of trauma. Goggins, who began working for the Baltimore City Fire Department in March, disappeared May 29 after visiting a friend. His car was found June 1. Fire Department spokesman Lloyd Carter said Goggins was a leader who excelled at cooperating with others. Funeral services are pending.

UNITED KINGDOM NEWS

** A Poppleton combat medic serving in Afghanistan, who died a day before his 24th birthday in a bomb attack, left 100,000 pounds to his friends for a post funeral Las Vegas jaunt. That is the word from the Daily Mail (June 20) which said David Hart, who gained the funds through a life insurance policy, intended the cash for 32 of his friends and their girlfriends. Detailing his wishes in a letter, Hart also left money to an injured Marines charity and his family. Joining the Royal Marines in 2009, Hart had only qualified as a combat medic shortly before his death. Commanding Officer Lt. Col Paul James said Hart was considerate, impressive, and courageous. Hart died July 8, 2010.