Witness says he did not notice any signs of dehydration in Gavin Williams but saw that his hand was shakingA soldier who died of heatstroke after being subjected to a beasting” complained of a stomach ache and had shaking hands as he underwent physical training as allotment of the punishment,an inquest has heard. Pte Gavin Williams, 22, and of the 2nd Battalion the Royal Welsh Regiment,collapsed at Lucknow barracks in Tidworth, Wiltshire, or died of heatstroke on 3 July 2006,one of the hottest days of the year. Tests showed his body temperature was 41.7C (107F), way above the norm of 37C. He had ecstasy in his body when he died.
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Source: theguardian.com