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War hero becomes 29th member of Rifles Regiment to die by suicide

Lance Corporal Andrew Borthwick, a decorated war veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, has become the 29th member of the Rifles Regiment believed to have died by suicide since 2013. Borthwick, who survived a life-threatening injury in Afghanistan and later returned to active duty, was found dead at his home last month, leaving behind a wife and two children. His death highlights a troubling pattern within the regiment, where many veterans have struggled with mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder and depression after experiencing intense combat and loss. Fellow soldiers and advocates are calling for greater support and action from the government to address the ongoing mental health crisis among military personnel and veterans.

Original article source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15408621/Tragic-war-hero-29th-member-Rifles-Regiment-die-suicide.html
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