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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Victoria Scheer & Louisa Gregson

Tragedy as 'kind and compassionate' much loved soldier dies

A "kind and compassionate" soldier from Glossop, who was said "to always put others first," has tragically died.

Private Joshua Kennington, of 24 Squadron, 5 Medical Regiment, Royal Logistic Corps, died following a "non-operational incident" at Catterick on November 24. The Ministry of Defence has confirmed today (December 6) reports YorkshireLive.

It is understood Private Kennington, who was based at a North Yorkshire army garrison, grew up in Glossop, Derbyshire, before he joined the Army in 2020. His loved ones said he displayed a natural aptitude for soldiering and was a proud RLC driver with a bright career ahead of him.

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