U.S. Rep Gregory W. Meeks Statement on the Death of Midshipman Justin Zemser
U.S. Rep Gregory W. Meeks Statement on the Death of Midshipman Justin Zemser
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Gregory W. Meeks released the following statement regarding the tragic death of Justin Zemser due to the Amtrak train crash in Philadelphia last night:
“My staff and I are grief stricken by the confirmation that Justin Zemser, a United States Naval Academy midshipman and 5th Congressional District constituent, is among the victims of last night’s Amtrak train crash in Philadelphia. He was on his way home to Rockaway Beach for mid-term Spring break.
“I had the great honor of nominating Midshipman Zemser to the Naval Academy. He was an outstanding young man whose high character, intellectual curiosity, and maturity beyond his years inspired confidence in what he and his generation are destined to achieve. He was a superb high school student, a caring son, and possessed a profound concern and commitment to his community and country. His tragic death is an incalculable loss. I had the honor of speaking with Mrs. Zemser a few minutes ago to express my sympathies for the profound loss of her only child. Justin was an incredible student, he was his high school valedictorian, earned a 4.0 grade point average in both of his years at the Naval Academy, and was also a star athlete. On behalf of my constituents, my staff, my family, as well as myself, our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and colleagues of Justin Zemser. Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts.”