Well, this is finally the first time I’ve seen an explanation of how he got separated from his unit.
I’m not criticising the young man, but please note. That was an error.
Often, sh*t happens. Truckers take a wrong turn into a mob area, and get beat up. A road can end up in a dead end, with an attacker blocking your retreat. Etc. This brave boy handled the situation extremely well considering overwhelming odds against him. I expect a movie will be made chronicling his ordeal, culminating in being declared innocent in court.
That was an error. Potentially fatal. Kyle is lucky to be alive. Never go solo in a hostile environment.