The family of a British soldier shot dead on patrol in Afghanistan has said Lance Corporal James Brynin of the Intelligence Corps had the "heart of a lion".
The 22-year-old, who was attached to 14 Signal Regiment, was shot when his patrol came under enemy fire in Kakaran, north of Lashkar Gah, Helmand, on Tuesday.
Although he received immediate medical attention he died from his injuries at the scene.
"Heart of a lion, we will always stand strong for you. We will never forget. Rest in peace – dad, Efrem; mum, Sharon; sister, Yasmin; and girlfriend, Olivia," the family statement said.
L Cpl Brynin's death takes to 445 the number of UK service members who have lost their lives since operations in Afghanistan began in October 2001.
His is the first British death in the country since Corporal William Savage, Fusilier Samuel Flint and Private Robert Hetherington died when their Mastiff armoured vehicle hit an improvised explosive device on April 30.
Known as Jay, L Cpl Brynin joined the army in February 2011.
The Ministry of Defence said he had excelled in the army, had already been selected for promotion to the rank of corporal and had "grand ambitions".
Lieutenant Colonel Mark Purves, commanding officer of the 14th Signal Regiment (Electronic Warfare), said: "Bright and engaging, L Cpl Brynin was immensely popular and an outstanding soldier in every respect.
"Having already completed one tour to Afghanistan, his appointment to support the Brigade Reconnaissance Force was indicative of his talent and leadership qualities.
"His selection for promotion to full corporal earlier this year highlighted his flair for his chosen profession."
Lieutenant Colonel Richard Slack MBE, commanding officer of the 9th/12th Royal Lancers, the Brigade Reconnaissance Regiment, said L Cpl Brynin "was a star, burning bright and rising fast".
"From the moment he joined the Brigade Reconnaissance Force it was clear that we were blessed with a truly special individual," he said.
"His loss is one of the real tragedies of this military campaign."
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