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Soldier from 33 Engineer Regiment killed in Afghanistan
20 Oct 10
It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must announce that a soldier from 33 Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), serving with the Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Task Force, was killed in Afghanistan yesterday, Tuesday 19 October 2010.
Ministry of Defence
The soldier was killed as a result of an explosion that occurred whilst he was clearing explosive devices in the Nahr-e Saraj (North) area of Helmand province.
Spokesman for Task Force Helmand, Lieutenant Colonel David Eastman, said:
"Sadly, I must report the death of a British soldier from 33 Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) yesterday morning.
"The soldier was caught in an explosion whilst serving as part of the Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Task Force, engaged in vital work securing an area in Nahr-e Saraj for the protection of local Helmandis.
"His was a dangerous and unforgiving, but essential role, and in protecting the soldiers and friends he served with, and the people of Helmand, he has paid the ultimate price. His bravery and courage are beyond question; our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family."
The soldier's next of kin have been informed and asked for a period of grace before further details are released.
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