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Ex-Yorkshire Marine is first Brit killed fighting Islamic State

A former Royal Marine has become the first Briton to be killed while fighting against Islamic State in Syria.

The body of Konstandinos Erik Scurfield, from Barnsley, has now been brought home. He has been hailed a "hero" by the Kurdish community here in Britain.

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Kurdish community pay respects as Kosta returns home

Crowds wait for soldier's return Credit: Chris Kiddey

Around 150 people - most from Britain's Kurdish community - have gathered at Manchester airport for the return of the body of Konstandinos Erik Scurfield.

The former Marine from Barnsley is the first Briton to be killed whilst fighting IS in Syria.

Credit: Chris Kiddey
Crowds gather outside Manchester airport Credit: Chris Kiddey
Flowers for Kosta Credit: Chris Kiddey

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