THE Army has launched an investigation after a female medic was found dead in her barracks.
Comrades discovered Corporal Lucy Wilde unresponsive in her room after she failed to attend a morning parade.
They forced her door open at Warminster Garrison as they could her he new puppy barking inside.
Wilde, who was also a personal trainer, had regularly posted workout videos to over ten thousand followers on TikTok.
A friend said: “Everyone is stunned. Lucy was incredibly popular and had just bought a new puppy. She had seemed really happy before she died.”
Corporal Wilde, in her twenties, served in the Royal Army Medical Corps and was attached to fighting units to care for the soldiers.
She had recently been promoted to Corporal and transferred from the elite Welsh Guards based in Windsor, Berkshire, to the Yorkshire Regiment based at Warminster.
Her death is not being treated as suspicious but it follows a series of high profile suicides including tragic Gunner Jaylsely Beck, 19, who took her own life after being sexually assaulted by a comrade.
A coroner ruled the Army’s failure to investigate Jaysley’s complaint properly contributed to her suicide.
A Ministry of Defence spokesperson said: “It is with great sadness that we confirm the death of Corporal Lucy Wilde of the Royal Army Medical Service on 5th February 2026.
“Our thoughts are with Cpl Wilde’s family and friends at this sad time, and we ask that their privacy is respected.
“The circumstances surrounding Cpl Wilde’s death are being investigated, and it would be inappropriate to comment any further at this time.”
The Welsh Guards also paid a tribute to Wilde, describing her as an “exceptional medic” who brought “warmth, humour and professionalism” to all who worked with her.
The tribute also cited her “courage and professionalism” for her work in treating Guardsman when a vehicle overturned in a mass casualty incident in the Falklands.
It read: “She was known for her calmness under pressure, tireless care for others, and unwavering commitment to her role.”
“Lucy had a rare ability to lift those around her. She was popular, genuine and deeply respected. Her loss is felt across the Battalion and far beyond,” it continued.
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“Our thoughts are with Lucy’s family, friends and colleagues at this heartbreaking time.
“Rest in peace, Lucy. You will always be remembered as part of the Welsh Guards family.”
The tribute also touched on her work as a personal trainer, saying that through her social media she “inspired many more, offering guidance on fitness, service life and the journey into the British Army.”
Corporal Wilde regularly posted fitness related content to her social media pages as well as videos on her experiences in the armed forces.
She also posted touching videos of her new puppy Bruno as well as her travels with comrades.
