Multiple USS Abraham Lincoln Sailors Attempt to Go Overboard During Extended Deployment, Families Report Families of sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have reported multiple incidents in which crew members attempted to jump overboard during the carrier’s prolonged deployment in the Middle East. The incidents, which occurred over the past eight months, have raised concerns about the mental health and well-being of sailors serving on the ship, which has been deployed since November 21, 2025. The deployment, initially expected to end in May 2026, has been extended without a publicly announced return date, adding to the strain on the crew. Annabelle Loma, whose husband is currently in medical hold after attempting to jump overboard, described the emotional toll on her family. She said communication with her husband has been limited since the incident, and he has been struggling with fears of a dishonorable discharge despite his 13-year career. “He thinks his career is ruined just because he was burnt out,” Loma said. “That’s not fair, that’s not right.” Loma initially contacted the ship’s ombudsman after the incident but has not received further updates from the Navy. Another incident involved a sailor who intervened to prevent a crewmate from going overboard. Maria Rodriguez, whose husband witnessed the event, recounted how her husband called out to the sailor before grabbing their arms and pulling them back onto the deck. “He hadn’t felt adrenaline like that in his life,” Rodriguez said, adding that the sailor had not yet gone over the side when he intervened. Three other sailors joined to assist, but the fate of the individual who attempted to jump remains unclear.#uss_abraham_lincoln #annabelle_loma #maria_rodriguez #hung_cao #shelby_sanders
