Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Dover Reservist killed in motorcycle accident

512th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

11/14/2012 - DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del.  -- A reservist, assigned to the 712th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron here, was killed in a motorcycle accident Monday at about 4 p.m. in Rising Sun, Md.

Senior Airman Ryan Hartnett, was serving in an active-duty status, undergoing training in aerospace propulsion.

"Our wing is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of one of our Airmen over the weekend," said Col. Raymond A. Kozak, the 512th Airlift Wing commander. "My sincerest condolences go out to Airman Hartnett's family, friends and co-workers. I'm dedicated to ensuring the Hartnett family receives all the assistance they need from our Air Force community as they deal with the loss of their loved one.

Hartnett joined the wing in July 2011.

The cause of the accident, involving another motorist, is under investigation by the Maryland State Police.

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