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Prince William has paid tribute to a young army medic found dead in her barracks who \u201cserved with courage and distinction\u201d.<\/p>\n
Cpl Lucy Wilde, 25, who posted videos on TikTok<\/a> documenting her daily life in the army, was found dead in her barracks in Warminster, Wiltshire, on 5 February. An investigation is under way, the Ministry of Defence said.<\/p>\n In a statement posted on social media, William expressed his \u201cimmense sadness\u201d over Wilde\u2019s death. He said: \u201cI remember our meeting during her time with the Welsh Guards, where her warmth and compassion were unmistakable. She served with courage and distinction as a medic and sought always to help others. I send my heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.\u201d<\/p>\n Wilde\u2019s brother Josh also paid tribute to his sister, commending her as \u201cstrength wrapped in softness\u201d. He said she served in the army with \u201ccourage and pride\u201d and \u201clived with resilience\u201d.<\/p>\n \u201cShe adored long walks with her dog, the peace of nature, books that transported her and the sense of freedom found outdoors. She had a warmth and loyalty that was rare. A heart that gave even when she had been hurt,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n Wilde joined the army eight years ago and was with the Welsh Guards until December 2025 before being promoted to corporal and moving to the Royal Yorkshire Regiment.<\/p>\n