NEWS RELEASE: Vehicle crash claims the life of Liberty Airman Published Dec. 29, 2016 By 48th Fighter Wing Staff Reports 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- An Airman assigned to the 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at RAF Lakenheath was killed in a motor vehicle accident on the B1112 in Weeting, Thursday at approximately 6:31 a.m.. The Airman’s name will be released following family member notifications. “The Liberty Wing mourns the passing of one of its own today,” said Col. Evan Pettus, 48th Fighter Wing commander. “When a tragedy like this strikes, it’s felt throughout our entire community. Our sympathies and prayers are with this Airman’s friends, family and fellow wingmen in the 748th AMXS.” The cause of the accident is under investigation by local authorities. More information will be released as it becomes available.