TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida sailor went missing after going overboard from his ship on July 28, officials said.

According to the U.S. Navy, the sailor was identified as Jose Antonio Rivera Lynch IV, a 19-year-old aviation boatswain’s mate (launch/recovery equipment) airman. A USNI report said Rivera Lynch was from Middleburg, Florida.

Navy officials said both American and Australian Border Forces spent over 45 hours searching about 2,200 square miles in the Timor Sea, just north of the Australian continent. The search was suspended on July 30.

“Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of our shipmate, Airman Rivera Lynch,” said Capt. Tim Waits, commanding officer, USS George Washington. “I am sincerely grateful for the support and coordination from all units who assist

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