8legs: Raf tain, scotland

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British soldier died after his gun went off unexpectedly, inquest told

The inquest found Lance Corporal Joe Spencer died from a gunshot wound to the head after his rifle fired while waiting to enter a sniper range.
The coroner said the rifle fired into the midline of his chin, causing a catastrophic injury.
The inquest examined safety and unload procedures, including whether the trigger was pulled and why ammunition remained in the chamber.
The deputy coroner highlighted the case as substantially delayed due to police and sheriff investigations.
Spencer had Afghanistan service and injuries prior to his death, and had recently bought a home with his partner.
The inquest was set to last about two weeks with jurors considering allowed explanations for the discharge.
The coroner noted the potential preventability if proper unload drills and safety commands had been followed.
Spencer's death is linked to a sequence of safety concerns around the live-fire exercise.
Spencer’s partner and home purchase were noted in the context of his personal life.
The inquest involved examining who owned the rifle and where the round originated.
The incident occurred at Tain Air Weapons Range in the Scottish Highlands.

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