Car, truck and commercial vehicle manufacturer Isuzu has helped the family of a trooper killed in Afghanistan to raise £6,000 for charity.

The company pledged its support after being contacted by a relative of soldier James Munday who was killed in action.

His cousin Jenice Forde was keen to raise awareness about the challenges faced by those on the front line and organised a fundraising event in aid of Help the Heroes and the Household Calvery’s own charity.

The event, which took place recently, involved a sponsored drive-out and barn dance.

Thanking Iauzu for its help in the fundraising effort, Ms Forde said: "We were devastated when James died and I wanted to do something that would keep his name alive."

In related news, car maker Subaru also ventured out into the community this summer, when it hosted an event at the Wyevale Garden Centre on Cressing Road in Braintree.

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