A "selfless and kind-hearted" East Kilbride soldier collapsed and died during the week of a record-breaking heatwave died during a "non-operational incident".
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed that Sapper Connor Morrison passed away during the non-operation incident after suffering from breathing difficulties.
The 20-year-old was serving with 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment and stationed at Rock Barracks in Suffolk when the tragedy unfolded, and he died in Ipswich on July 23.
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Earlier that week, on July 19, a new UK record high temperature of 40.3C was recorded in the area.
The Defence Safety Authority, Suffolk Police and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) launched an investigation into Connor's death.
HIs Commanding Office Lieutenant Colonel Jack Crossley, paid tribute to the "professional soldier with much promise".
He said: "Keen and enthusiastic, he worked hard to achieve his goals at every stage of his training and impressed his instructors with his knowledge and skills.
"More importantly, he was a loyal friend and a genuine team player."
He added: "Sapper Morrison was a truly selfless and kind-hearted professional soldier who made friends wherever he went.
"He proved himself to be a proud and loyal member of the Corps of Royal Engineers and will always be part of the Sapper family.
"Sapper Morrison will be sorely missed by the Regiment and all those he served alongside. We will remember him."
Minister for the Armed Forces James Heappey said: "It is with deep sadness that I heard of the death of Sapper Connor Liam Morrison of 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment.
"It's clear from his colleagues that he had a passion for the British Army, made an instant positive impact on all those he served with, and always put the needs of his fellow soldiers above his own; a role model to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones at this terrible time."
An inquest into Sapper Morrison's death is due to be held at a later date.
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