Army confirms investigation into second Catterick Garrison death

Separate investigations are taking place into the deaths of two soldiers from Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire.Officials said on Sunday that they were looking into the death of one service person, who had died on Saturday.

Today a second fatality was confirmed.

The first incident happened at around 5am on Saturday, when North Yorkshire Police were called following the sudden death of a 33-year-old man.

A force spokesperson said: "The death is not being treated as suspicious. Police are assisting in preparing a report for the coroner."

It has now also been confirmed that a second individual from the base died in Manchester yesterday.

No further details about their identity have been provided, but the Army said British Transport Police are investigating.

In a statement an Army spokesperson said the deaths were not connected, adding: “It is with great sadness that we can confirm the death of two soldiers. 

"Our thoughts are with the families and friends of both soldiers and we ask that their privacy is respected at this sad and difficult time."Neither soldier has been named but they are not from the same unit.

Catterick is the British Army's largest garrison, with more than 13,000 personnel.

It is home to several Army units, including 1st Battalion the Yorkshire Regiment, the Royal Lancers and 4 Scots (The Highlanders).