A highly respected Navy officer who recently took command of SEAL Team 1 was found dead at his San Diego home on Monday. according to reports,
Commander Robert The cause of death of “Bobby” Ramirez is unknown as police continue their investigation. He was 47 years old.
“Bobby was an outstanding leader, devoted husband and father, and a good friend to all of us,” said Capt. David Abernathy, commanding officer of Naval Special Warfare Group 1, which is in charge of all SEAL teams based in San Diego. said in a statementVia Navy Times.
Abernathy said Ramirez is not suspected of playing a role in the death.
Ramirez, who enlisted in the Navy in 1996, took command of SEAL Team 1 last month.
according to nbcRamirez was commissioned as an officer in 2004 and was promoted to commander in 2019.
During his 27 years of service, Ramirez was awarded three Combat Action Ribbons, having been in combat situations in three different theaters of war. Five Bronze Star Medals, with two “V” devices, denote acts of valor and valor in battle.
Abernethy called Ramirez’s death “a devastating loss to our community” and said the organization would remain in regular contact with Ramirez’s family and teammates as they navigate this difficult time.
Ramirez is the second SEAL team commander to die in the past year.
Commander Brian Bourgeoiswho commanded SEAL Team 8 in Virginia Beach, died in December 2021 after falling from a helicopter during a training mission.