Soldier killed in shooting accident

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A soldier was killed in a shooting accident at a firing range in canton Aargau yesterday morning.

The army says the 22-year-old was hit in the head by a round when a weapon discharged inside a military vehicle at the facility in Bremgarten. 

The victim was helicoptered to hospital yesterday morning, where he later died. 

Military police have started an investigation. 

The Federal Council issued a statement saying it offers its condolences to the family of the soldier. 

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