Las Vegas shootings: British soldier awarded for bravery

[DonViejo]

Source: BBC


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Ross Woodward abandoned a meal when he heard gunfire and went to help the injured

A British soldier who rushed to the aid of people injured in the Las Vegas massacre has been recognised by the Queen for his bravery.

Almost 500 people were hurt and 58 killed when a gunman opened fire on festival-goers at the Mandalay Bay Hotel on 1 October last year.

Trooper Ross Woodward was off duty when he helped treat people with gunshot wounds and guided others to safety.

He said receiving the honour came as a "total surprise".

The 24-year-old from Beeston, Nottinghamshire had been enjoying a trip to the city with other soldiers after a desert training exercise in Nevada.

Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-46334900

[rzemanfl]

1. K&R. n/t

[UpInArms]

2. When others turn away, heroes run in

to Trooper Woodward

[leanforward]

3. Thank you

[appalachiablue]

4. Many thanks for your help soldier. Well done.

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[GulfCoast66]

5. Helping others at the risk of his life and safety. .

A hero