The Prince of Wales has released a statement following the shocking death of an army medic at the age of 25. “It was with immense sadness that I learned of Cpl Lucy Wilde’s death,” William wrote, releasing the message on the Prince and Princess of Wales official Instagram account.
“I 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.” He signed off the message as “Corporal William”.
Corporal Lucy Wilde, who was from the Royal Yorkshire Regiment, was found dead at her barracks in Warminster, Wiltshire, on 5 February. In a statement announcing her death, Lucy’s brother Josh Wilde described her as “strength wrapped in softness”, while her former regiment praised her “tireless care for others”.
© Welsh GuardsThe Ministry of Defence has said the circumstances surrounding Wilde’s death were being investigated. Alongside her work as an army medic, Lucy had amassed 18,000 followers on TikTok, where she documented her exercise routine and daily life.
She previously met Prince William, who is the Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps, when he visited Combermere Barracks in March 2024.
Prince William’s international engagement
The public address came after the royal visited Saudi Arabia earlier this month. Travelling to the Middle East at the request of the British government, the prince set out to strengthen ties between the two countries.
He kept a busy schedule during the three-day trip, which included being led by Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on a tour around the At-Turaif District, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of the first Saudi state.
© Getty ImagesHe kicked off the trip with coffee and dates with Deputy Governor Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz before attending a dinner with Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the Crown Prince’s farm in At-Turai. William was also shown around the Arabian Horse Gallery, as well as several mosques.
© Alamy Stock PhotoThe future British king also met young female football players in Riyadh and, as patron of the English Football Association, gifted the Crown Prince an England football shirt worn by captain Harry Kane.
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