SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 1 has been removed from command by Commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 while operating in the Arabian Sea, April 23.
Rear Adm. Samuel Perez removed Capt. Donald Hornbeck from command while an investigation into an alleged inappropriate relationship is conducted. Capt. John Steinberger, deputy commander of DESRON 1 assumed command. Hornbeck has been temporarily assigned to U.S. Third Fleet Headquarters pending the results of the investigation.
CSG 1 and DESRON 1 are embarked on USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conducting support for Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn, as well as maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
Rear Adm. Samuel Perez removed Capt. Donald Hornbeck from command while an investigation into an alleged inappropriate relationship is conducted. Capt. John Steinberger, deputy commander of DESRON 1 assumed command. Hornbeck has been temporarily assigned to U.S. Third Fleet Headquarters pending the results of the investigation.
CSG 1 and DESRON 1 are embarked on USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conducting support for Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn, as well as maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.