Saturday, January 18, 2014

Camp Pendleton 18 year old Marine died treading water

Marine, 18, Dies Treading Water During Swim Test
Huffington Post
01/17/14 06:06

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Marine Corps is investigating the death of an 18-year-old Marine who died while treading water in a swimming pool during a screening test at Camp Pendleton.

Col. Sean D. Gibson told The Associated Press on Friday that Pfc. Joshua Islam died Monday afternoon while undergoing an initial screening test for an infantry school that involves treading water for 30 minutes in a swimming pool. The test is a precursor to the Marines' physically demanding reconnaissance training.
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