Troops' Memorial March To Highlight PTSD

Around 40 soldiers from Carver Barracks in Wimbish braved freezing weather to march in memory of a former colleague who died after suffering from suspected PTSD.

Warrant Officer Nathan Hunt was found at his home in Lincoln in January after concerns were raised for his safety. 

Exercise Eagle Claw is a 10-mile combat march.The event aims to highlight issues relating to PTSD and raise funds for charities trying to help people with mental health challenges.

The organiser of the march, Corporal Joe Wilkinson, said it's important for troops to do what what they can to help colleagues.

"There are still a lot of lads who unfortunately still have some demons that need addressing"

Nathan Hunt's father, Derek, was among the troops at the event and said he did not want another soldier to suffer with PTSD like his son.

"Use the phone line that's available and get the help that you need"

An inquest into the death of Warrant Officer Hunt is due to continue in June.