Soldier dies after 'tank rolled over' during military training exercise on Salisbury Plain

 A soldier has died after a tank rolled over during a military training exercise on the Salisbury Plain training area, according to reports. 

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and other specialist paramedics were called to a public byway in Enford, Wiltshire, shortly before midday on Friday.

Emergency services rushed through the village, situated about ten miles south of Devizes, following reports of the serious collision.

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed it sent two fire engines, from Pewsey and Ludgershall, and a heavy rescue unit from Trowbridge to the scene.

A Hazardous Area Response Team, made up of specialist paramedics trained to deal with the most serious of incidents, and several other South Western Ambulance Service vehicles were seen responding alongside firefighters.

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A soldier has died after a tank rolled over during a military training exercise on the Salisbury Plain training area, according to reports (stock photo)