ST. JOHN'S, Antigua — The Antigua and Barbuda Search and Rescue (ABSAR) service is mourning the loss of longtime volunteer Lee J. Sagert, who died following a major medical emergency that occurred while he was actively responding to an emergency call.
According to Antigua News Room, ABSAR announced Sagert's passing in an official statement, paying tribute to a dedicated member who gave years of service to the organisation and the people of Antigua and Barbuda.
Sagert suffered the medical event in the line of volunteer duty, underscoring the personal risks borne by those who serve in search and rescue operations. Details surrounding the specific emergency call he was responding to at the time were not disclosed.
ABSAR expressed deep condolences to Sagert's family and acknowledged his longstanding commitment to the service. His passing represents a significant loss for the local search and rescue community, which relies heavily on the dedication of trained volunteers such as Sagert.
