Teenager who flew from Manchester to fight for Ukraine 'killed by Russian drone on first mission'
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukA teenager who flew to join the Ukrainian war effort was reportedly killed by a Russian drone on his first mission. James Wilton was 17 when he flew from Manchester Airport to fight against Russia, despite his lack of military experience.
Four months later, aged 18, he was tragically killed by an exploding drone. It's believed the volunteer died after being pursued on the battlefield by three drones, Yorkshire Live reports.
James, from Huddersfield, joined a group of international fighters in Ukraine. He was delivering supplies to the frontline when he was spotted by Russian drones.
His dad Graham, of Huddersfield, had asked his son not to go to Ukraine but James had said he wanted to go to help. "He wanted to help Ukraine.
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