Soldier stationed on Washington-based USS Nimitz missing in Guam, search called off

Seaman Gabriel Holt, assigned to the USS Nimitz, is missing in Guam after being last seen on April 18. The Navy has suspended search operations, which lasted 120 hours and covered over 11,000 square nautical miles. Holt disappeared during a scheduled port visit to Naval Base Guam, specifically near Nikko Hotel and Gun Beach. The USS Nimitz is currently on a mission that may be its last before decommissioning in April 2026. The carrier has been based in Bremerton for more than ten years, participating in routine operations in the Indo-Pacific.

The Navy utilized a helicopter combat squadron and support from the U. S. Coast Guard in their search efforts. This incident highlights the challenges and risks faced by military personnel while stationed abroad. Local authorities are likely to continue monitoring the situation closely.