WASHINGTON — On July 15, 2018, a U.S. Secret Service Special Agent suffered a severe cerebrovascular accident, reportedly a stroke, in Scotland where he was traveling in support of Presidential Protection.

The Secret Service says the agent has since passed away.

“It is with great sadness and regret to report that the agent, a 19-year Secret Service veteran and dedicated professional of the highest order, passed early this morning on July 17, 2018, in Scotland,” the Agency said in a statement. “At the time of his passing, he was surrounded by members of his immediate family and his extended Secret Service family.”

The agent’s name is being withheld to respect the family’s privacy and allow time to complete personnel and family notifications.

“Finally, the Secret Service thanks the medical personnel in Scotland, in addition to the members of the White House Medical Unit and Police Scotland who provided exceptional care and support for a member of our family,” the statement read.

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