Soldier killed in Helmand

The soldier was killed while deployed on an operation to reassure and provide security for the population in an area in the south of the Nahr-e Saraj district of Helmand province.

Spokesman for Task Force Helmand, Lieutenant Colonel David Eastman, said:

"Unfortunately I must announce the loss of a soldier from 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment this morning. The soldier was patrolling to reassure the population of an area in the south of Nahr-e Saraj when he was struck by the blast from an improvised explosive device.

"Sadly the insurgents have resorted to planting explosives that target innocent civilians and soldiers indiscriminately, without care for the impact that they have or the destruction they cause.

"The soldier gave his life trying to defend against such senseless inhumanity. His courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten, and we offer heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. We will remember him."

Next of kin have been informed and have asked for a period of grace before further details are released.

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