SINGAPORE: A Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) regular serviceman, Master Warrant Officer (MWO) P. Jegathesan, collapsed at about 8.30am on Friday after completing a 3km mass run at the SAFTI Military Institute Sports Complex.
The 45-year-old MWO Jegathesan was taking part in the SAF Commanders' Sports Day where various cohesion activities were organised.
He was the Chief Warrant Officer of the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) Air Combat Command's transport group.
MWO Jegathesan was immediately evacuated to the SAFTI Military Institute Medical Centre where the doctors tried to resuscitate him. He was sent to the National University Hospital (NUH) at 8.45am and arrived at about 9.15am. Two SAF doctors and a medic continued their attempts to resuscitate him en route to the hospital. MWO Jegathesan was pronounced dead at 9.49am at NUH.
The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and the SAF extend their deepest condolences to the family of the late MWO Jegathesan. MINDEF will assist the family in their time of grief and is investigating the incident.
- CNA/ir
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He was the Colours RSM for NDP 2008. We have just lost a good man,a good leader.
R.I.P Encik Jega
My condolences to the family of the late MWO Jegathesan - a man who has unselfishly rendered many years of dedicated service to his country.
We have indeed lost a good man. We will miss you and your warm hearted chats.
rest in peace......
p.s: was he the rsm of changi air base 121 sqn?
hmm. i'm really worried. why so many ppl die after running =/
Originally posted by lamo:rest in peace......
p.s: was he the rsm of changi air base 121 sqn?
Yes
Rip. its always a tragedy that our officers and soldiers keep dying as a result of runs. In this case we have lost the experience and expertise of a good NCO
Thank you all for your kind condolences..he was my uncle.
I knew Encik Jega from the days when I served in Changi Airbase. He was an excellent warrant officer and a perfect gentleman. He was a very nice guy. The world will miss a great guy.
Rest in Peace Sir!
Originally posted by Electromanic:I knew Encik Jega from the days when I served in Changi Airbase. He was an excellent warrant officer and a perfect gentleman. He was a very nice guy. The world will miss a great guy.
Rest in Peace Sir!
The whole of STL in Changi is buzzing about his passing right now.
RIP sir, you will be always remembered.
RIP sir, you will be always remembered.
heard his children are still young. RIP sir.
RIP daddy you will never be forgotten
thank you all for your condolences he was my father
Good bye my Brother, Rest In Peace