British Soldier Dies In Poland

The soldier died in the city of Warsaw in Poland (Picture: DPA/PA).

An investigation has been launched after the death of a British soldier in Poland.

The service person, who was serving with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) died earlier on Thursday in Warsaw.

An investigation is underway by Polish police, supported by the Royal Military Police.

The soldier's family has been informed and has asked for a period of grace before their name is released publicly.

REME are deployed to Poland as part of a Light Cavalry Squadron of 150 personnel in support of NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence in the region.