Naval Academy: Death of midshipman from New Jersey under investigation

Philbert James was a member of the 36th Company, was a history major and participated in the academy's gospel choir.

Roberto Torres

Oct 13, 2025, 2:26 AM

Updated 1 hr ago

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The United States Naval Academy says a midshipman from New Jersey has died.
The academy announced the death of 20-year-old Philbert James, of Whippany, on Sunday.
The circumstances surrounding his death were not immediately known. The academy told News 12 that it is under investigation.
James, a member of the 36th Company, was a history major and participated in the academy's gospel choir.


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