At approximately 3.00pm on Thursday 12 June 2014, a Naval Officer was killed as a result of a car accident in the Darwin suburb of Woolner.
Navy can confirm that the deceased member is Lieutenant Scott Jarman.
On behalf of all Navy members, the Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Ray Griggs, AO, CSC, RAN, extends his deepest condolences to Scott’s family as they come to terms with their loss.
As the accident is under investigation by local authorities, Navy is unable to make any further comment.
Lieutenant Jarman's family requests that their privacy be respected during this very difficult time.
Media contact:
Defence Media Operations (02) 6127 1999
Issued by Ministerial and Executive Coordination and Communication,
Department of Defence,
Canberra, ACT
Phone: 02 6127 1999 Fax: 02 6265 6946
