Second Brecon Beacons army reservist named
The second of two army reservists who died during an SAS selection exercise in the Brecon Beacons is named as Edward Maher.
Mr Maher died alongside Lance Corporal Craig Roberts after they collapsed in soaring temperatures while scaling south Wales’s highest mountain in the Brecon Beacons on July 13.
Naming Mr Maher, whose identity had not been known until now, a Ministry of Defence spokesman said: “Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
“Investigations are being carried out by Powys police and the army. We cannot comment any further until these investigations are complete.”
In a brief statement released through the MoD, Mr Maher’s family said: “At this time of great sadness, Edward’s family has asked that they be left alone to grieve in private.”
Inquests of both reservists are due to be opened and adjourned this afternoon by Powys coroner Louise Hunt.
Although the full facts of the case will not be heard, the hearing will see the issuing of interim death certificates – allowing the bereaved families to begin funeral preparations.
It is also anticipated that a brief medical cause of death will be read into the public record for both cases.
A third man who was also taken ill and airlifted to safety remains in hospital.
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