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Soldier dies after Afghan blast
A British soldier has died in Afghanistan after being wounded in an explosion on New Year's Eve, said the Ministry of Defence.
The soldier was from 33 Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), Royal Engineers, based in Essex.
The blast happened near Patrol Base Blenheim, close to Sangin in Helmand Province. Next of kin have been told.
His death brings the number of British military personnel killed on operations in Afghanistan since 2001, to 245.
Spokesman for Task Force Helmand, Lt Col David Wakefield, said there was "deep sadness" at the news.
"He was part of the Counter-IED Task Force, leading the fight against the Improvised Explosive Device in Helmand.
"His sacrifice and his courage will not be forgotten."
The 33 Engineer Regiment is predominantly based at Carver Barracks, in the north Essex village of Wimbish.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
A British soldier has died in Afghanistan after being wounded in an explosion on New Year's Eve, said the Ministry of Defence.
The soldier was from 33 Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), Royal Engineers, based in Essex.
The blast happened near Patrol Base Blenheim, close to Sangin in Helmand Province. Next of kin have been told.
His death brings the number of British military personnel killed on operations in Afghanistan since 2001, to 245.
Spokesman for Task Force Helmand, Lt Col David Wakefield, said there was "deep sadness" at the news.
"He was part of the Counter-IED Task Force, leading the fight against the Improvised Explosive Device in Helmand.
"His sacrifice and his courage will not be forgotten."
The 33 Engineer Regiment is predominantly based at Carver Barracks, in the north Essex village of Wimbish.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
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