Shropshire soldier dies whilst on training exercise in Kent
Tributes are being paid to a Shropshire soldier who died on Wednesday during a training exercise in Kent.
Fusilier Griffiths, aged 21, was from Market Drayton in Shropshire and was a member of the 1st Battalion The Royal Welsh is based in Chester.
The Fusilier died on the Lydd Ranges, Kent, whilst taking part in a live firing training exercise. His death is being investigated by Kent police.
His brother, Dewi Griffiths, paid this tribute to Fusilier Griffiths:
"Dean was fun, loving and caring, and was so excited at becoming a father. He touched the lives of so many and we will all miss our Deano. We ask that we are given time to grieve," he said.
Commanding Officer of 1st Battalion The Royal Welsh, Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Webb, said:
"As a battalion, we are hugely saddened by the death of Fusilier Griffiths. Intelligent, fit and skilful he was an outstanding soldier with the potential for a long and very successful career in The Royal Welsh.
"He was also a thoroughly engaging person - popular, and with a great sense of humour. He will be mourned by his many friends in the Battalion, and our deepest and most sincere sympathy goes to his girlfriend and his family at this very difficult time."
