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Story summary
- Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jeffrey Diaz, a 47-year-old sailor stationed in Hawaii, died after rescuing two children from dangerous surf at Waiapua’a Bay.
- He jumped into high waters to save the children, who returned safely to shore.
- Kaua’i Police Department said an autopsy will determine the cause of death, and no foul play is suspected.
- Diaz is remembered as a hero for his selfless act.
