The British SAS trooper who saved lives during a terror attack at a luxury Kenyan hotel is being extracted from the country over fears for his safety, it has been reported.
The hero, who has served in Syria, was captured on camera as he stormed into the Nairobi complex during the attack which saw five gunmen kill 21 people.
He is reported to have been out shopping in the city when he heard about the attack and kitted up with equipment in the back of his car before heading to the scene.
Insiders have reportedly said his actions 'no doubt' saved lives.
The off-duty Special Forces soldier, wearing combat gear over casual jeans and a purple shirt, was seen entering the complex in Nairobi and then emerging with survivors.
Due to retaliation fears he is now being evacuated from the country, according to MailOnline.
A source told the website: "For his own safety he is leaving the country as he could be tracked down. His safety is paramount.
"He is a decorated, veteran member of the SAS who was a member of D Squadron and extremely active in Syria taking part in a number of successful operations against ISIS."
The 22 SAS Regiment is divided into four main squadrons - A, B, D and G - all of which consist of around 65 men led by a major.
Each squadron consists of four key specialisms - boat, air, mobility and mountain - and are the regular army unit for the SAS.
The British SAS soldier was reportedly in Nairobi to train Kenyan Special Forces when a request for help went out to local forces.
'He was there training and mentoring Kenyan forces when the shout went up, so they went in,' an insider told The Sun.