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Missing Person Flyer: Lynn Sherwood Deibert

Lynn Sherwood Deibert, 53 • Lewes, DE • Missing
Last Seen
2007-02-04
Summary
Synopsis: On February 4, 2007 at approximately 11:13 PM, while attempting to board the M/V Energy Enterprise (645' freighter) from Pilot boat M/V Big Stone 5 (50'), the Pilot Boat Captain Lynn Deibert fell from the "Jacob's Ladder" attached to the M/V Energy Enterprise into the waters of Delaware bay. This was a witnessed event. Capt. Deibert's body was never found; a court has declared him dead. Details: M/V Energy Enterprise was underway at a speed of 5.8 knots on a course of 235 degrees, inbound at the Delaware Capes Pilot Boarding area midway between CH Buoy and 6 Buoy. Last port was Providence, RI and bound for Baltimore, MD via the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. Capt. Deibert had climbed 1/3 to 1/2 way up ladder, then paused for approximately 30 seconds. He took one step back down and suddenly let go, falling from ladder into water (landing on his back). Capt. Deibert did not strike anything during the fall. Life rings were immediately thrown and extensive search conducted. Capt. Deibert was wearing a life jacket. The Ladder was not iced. Another crew member climbed same ladder without incident. Location of accident; Latitude 38 55.2486 N Longitude 075 05.8266 W 2 miles off c

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Age
53
Height
5' 8"
Weight
303
Source Information
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Case ID: 8514
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