A decorated soldier who was accidentally shot dead in a live fire training exercise in Wales has been named as Sergeant Gavin Hillier. The Welsh Guards sergeant, who was named on social media, died on Thursday night following the fatal mistake in the Castlemartin Training Area, Pembrokeshire. Sergeant Hillier was pictured receiving his Long Service Good Conduct medal from the Prince of Wales in 2019. The Welsh Guards at the time dubbed Sergeant Hillier a 'stalwart' who displayed 'the highest standards of behaviour' since joining the forces. A decorated soldier who was accidentally shot dead in a live fire training exercise in Wales has been named as Sergeant Gavin Hillier.

Source: Daily Mail March 05, 2021 20:37 UTC