UK solider dies in Afghanistan helicopter crash

UK solider dies in Afghanistan helicopter crash
UK solider dies in Afghanistan helicopter crash
 

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A British solider has died in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed.

The soldier, from 22 Engineer Regiment, Royal Engineers, died after the helicopter crashed during takeoff in Zabul Province yesterday afternoon.

Spokesman for Task Force Helmand, Lieutenant Colonel Nick Richardson, said: "Today has been a sad day in the history of Task Force Helmand and this death has deeply moved us.

"The loss of a soldier, friend and colleague is tragic and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time."

The MoD has confirmed the soldier's next of kin have been informed.

Two Canadian soldiers were also killed in the crash on Monday.

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