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Kenya Attack: Foreign Hero Fears For Own Safety. by Solexy96(m): 12:45am On Jan 19, 2019
The British SAS trooper who saved lives during a terror attack at a luxury Kenyan hotel is being extracted from the country over fears for his safety, it has been reported. The hero, who has served in Syria, was captured on camera as he stormed into the Nairobi complex during the attack which saw five gunmen kill 21 people. The SAS trooper whose identity was being kept secret has been exposed on social media by eyewitnesses who posted his image online.

He is reported to have been out shopping in the city when he heard about the attack and kitted up with equipment in the back of his car before heading to the scene. Insiders have reportedly said his actions 'no doubt' saved lives. The off-duty Special Forces soldier, wearing combat gear over casual jeans and a purple shirt, was seen entering the complex in Nairobi and then emerging with survivors.

Due to retaliation fears he is now being evacuated from the country, according to MailOnline.

A source told the website: "For his own safety he is leaving the country as he could be tracked down. His safety is paramount. "He is a decorated, veteran member of the SAS who was a member of D Squadron and extremely active in Syria taking part in a number of successful operations against ISIS." The 22 SAS Regiment is divided into four main squadrons - A, B, D and G - all of which consist of around 65 men led by a major.

Each squadron consists of four key specialisms - boat, air, mobility and mountain - and are the regular army unit for the SAS.

The British SAS soldier was reportedly in Nairobi to train Kenyan Special Forces when a request for help went out to local forces. 'He was there training and mentoring Kenyan forces when the shout went up, so they went in,' an insider told The Sun.

Another similar news report:

The British Special Forces soldier who is being credited with the rescue of dozens of people from the hotel siege in Kenya this week is having to be removed from the country for fear of reprisal attacks.

The SAS trooper whose identity was being kept secret has been exposed on social media by eyewitnesses who posted his image online.

Said to be a decorated and veteran member of the UK’s elite special forces, the soldier was off duty and out shopping in Nairobi when he heard the terrorist attack begin.

It’s reported he was in the country to train Kenyan Special Forces and ran towards the commotion.

Eyewitnesses say he exchanged fire with the gunmen and helped rescue dozens of people.

However, the images of him helping others were posted on social media and exposed his identity. He’s now said to be in danger and is to fly back to the UK shortly. He’s expected to receive a military medal for his bravery.

https://ewn.co.za/2019/01/18/british-soldier-who-rescued-dozens-in-kenya-hotel-siege-removed-from-country

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Re: Kenya Attack: Foreign Hero Fears For Own Safety. by donsola(m): 1:30am On Jan 19, 2019
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Re: Kenya Attack: Foreign Hero Fears For Own Safety. by AbujaBlue: 1:09pm On Jan 20, 2019
A selfless act, but one done in front of the cameras and media glare. It's a shame to go, but he more than served his purpose during his time there. A nice surprise for those Al Shabaab terrorists.
Re: Kenya Attack: Foreign Hero Fears For Own Safety. by Karemarealty288(m): 11:27am On Jan 25, 2019
Whites are just superior in all.....Dozen of black terrorists planned their terror and executed it and one white SAS operative still single handedly destroyed them and saved lives ...Africa Africa Africa why are we cursed.

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