§ Mr. McNamaraTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence at what time a serviceman was shot on 4 June at the Stanford Battle area in East Anglia; at what time he went on duty; at what time the scene of the incident was secured; at what time he was pronounced dead; at what time the police were called to investigate; at what time the next of kin were notified; and if he will make a statement. [118937]
§ Dr. MoonieCorporal Christopher Strickleton, a member of 3 Squadron RAF Regiment who was serving at RAF Aldergrove, died from gun shot wounds during a tactical live-firing exercise at Stanford Training Area in Norfolk on 4 June 2003. This tragic incident is the subject of an investigation by Norfolk Civil Constabulary who have primacy in the case. They have yet to complete their inquiries.
Although the precise timings of all events are strictly matters for HM Coroner, we believe the events took place as follows:
Hours 0800 Corporal Strickleton went on duty. 1030 Incident occurred. 1030–1035 999 call to emergency services. 1115 In accordance with military guidelines, the scene of the incident was secured.
1140 Next of kin first informed of incident. 1200 Cpl Strickleton died. 1210 Thetford Criminal Investigation Department notified of 999 incident.
1230 Civilian police arrive at the scene. 1230 Next of kin informed of death Note:
All these times are approximate
My whole hearted sympathy goes to the family and friends of Corporal Strickleton for their loss.