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05-09-2004, 03:10 AM
Local Leader's Actions help Free Hostages
TIKRIT, Iraq - An Iraqi provincial leader helped secure the release of two civilian contractors kidnapped by anti-Coalition forces near Ad Duluiyah around 3:30 p.m. May 7. The two were kidnapped while trying to recover a vehicle that had broken down earlier in the day. The provincial leader initially attempted to negotiate the captives' release, but was unsuccessful. He then contacted the Iraqi police, who stopped the vehicles after a brief chase. Iraqi police released three individuals after questioning, but detained one other. The contractors were not injured in the incident.
The incident is under investigation.
Other news :
Terrorist Attack Wounds Detainees Slated for Release
AR RAMADI, Iraq - Several Iraqi detainees slated for release were wounded today when their transportation convoy was attacked with an improvised explosive device near Habbiniyah at about 3 p.m. May 8.
Soldiers assigned to the 1st Marine Division were transporting the detainees from Camp Ramadi's detention facility to Camp Habbiniyah when they were attacked.
Seven Iraqis were wounded in the explosion and were quickly treated by the soldiers on the scene. The soldiers located the attackers and engaged them, killing one and detaining another.
Initial reports indicate the Iraqis suffered multiple shrapnel wounds. They were all evacuated to Camp Taqqadum where military medical personnel treated them.
Suspect Detained in Connection with Murder
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Task Force Baghdad Soldiers detained a suspected member of Muqtada's militia without incident during a raid in Baghdad early May 5. The suspect is being detained and questioned in connection with the murder of Swadi Shatti, a district advisory council leader. Shatti was found dead behind the Al Thawra police station April 30.
Under Iraqi law, the suspect is innocent until proven guilty, said Maj. Jeff Spears, a staff judge advocate with the 1st Cavalry Division. If he is charged, the suspect will be provided defense counsel to represent him before the investigative and trial chambers of the Iraqi court with jurisdiction over the incident.
Marine Patrol Saves Child from IED
CAMP TAQQADUM, Iraq - A Marine patrol near Husaybah took note of a child playing with an unusual object May 5. The object looked like it could be part of an improvised explosive device. The Marines quickly moved the child away to a safe distance and secured the area. Marines found the object to be an anti-personnel mine rigged as an IED buried in the ground. The patrol coordinated for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team to dispose of the mine. It was detonated in-place later in the day. Unit officials said the Marines' "excellent attention to detail" prevented the loss of lives and equipment
One Stryker Brigade Soldier Died, One Task Force Olympia Soldier Wounded During Mortar Attack
MOSUL, Iraq - One Stryker Brigade Soldier died and one Task Force Olympia Soldier was wounded during a mortar attack on a Coalition base in Mosul on May 8. The wounded Soldier was evacuated to the combat support hospital in Mosul. The deceased Soldier's name is withheld pending notification of next of kin. Task Force Olympia and the Stryker Brigade extend heartfelt condolences to the Soldiers' families.
Discovery of Weapons Caches Result in Safe Removal of Weapons from Mosul Streets
MOSUL, Iraq - Information provided by two Iraqi adults and a child led to the discovery of three weapons caches May 7 and the seizure and safe disposal of more than 250 artillery rounds, mortar rounds and other munitions west of Mosul.
The first cache consisted of more than 100 82mm and 120mm rusted mortar rounds lying in the open, exposed to the elements. As soldiers secured the site, a child directed their attention to a second site that consisted of about 45 82mm and 120mm mortar rounds and a variety of high-explosive artillery rounds. The second site was secured; but while soldiers were driving between the first and second site, yet another cache was discovered that consisted of 125 more mortar rounds. The second and third caches were destroyed and Iraqi Police helped secure the first site until the explosive ordnance disposal team arrived to destroy the first cache.
Officials commended the people of Mosul for choosing peace and freedom over violence, even in the face of these terrible attacks. Task Force Olympia continues to work with the citizens and leaders of Iraq to make it a safe, prosperous, and democratic nation. Anyone with information about criminal or terrorist activities should inform the Iraqi Police, Coalition forces or the Tips Hotline at 813-343 or 780-013.
To turn in munitions or weapons, contact any Coalition soldier, or call the Hotline (813-343) to arrange turn-in.
TIKRIT, Iraq - An Iraqi provincial leader helped secure the release of two civilian contractors kidnapped by anti-Coalition forces near Ad Duluiyah around 3:30 p.m. May 7. The two were kidnapped while trying to recover a vehicle that had broken down earlier in the day. The provincial leader initially attempted to negotiate the captives' release, but was unsuccessful. He then contacted the Iraqi police, who stopped the vehicles after a brief chase. Iraqi police released three individuals after questioning, but detained one other. The contractors were not injured in the incident.
The incident is under investigation.
Other news :
Terrorist Attack Wounds Detainees Slated for Release
AR RAMADI, Iraq - Several Iraqi detainees slated for release were wounded today when their transportation convoy was attacked with an improvised explosive device near Habbiniyah at about 3 p.m. May 8.
Soldiers assigned to the 1st Marine Division were transporting the detainees from Camp Ramadi's detention facility to Camp Habbiniyah when they were attacked.
Seven Iraqis were wounded in the explosion and were quickly treated by the soldiers on the scene. The soldiers located the attackers and engaged them, killing one and detaining another.
Initial reports indicate the Iraqis suffered multiple shrapnel wounds. They were all evacuated to Camp Taqqadum where military medical personnel treated them.
Suspect Detained in Connection with Murder
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Task Force Baghdad Soldiers detained a suspected member of Muqtada's militia without incident during a raid in Baghdad early May 5. The suspect is being detained and questioned in connection with the murder of Swadi Shatti, a district advisory council leader. Shatti was found dead behind the Al Thawra police station April 30.
Under Iraqi law, the suspect is innocent until proven guilty, said Maj. Jeff Spears, a staff judge advocate with the 1st Cavalry Division. If he is charged, the suspect will be provided defense counsel to represent him before the investigative and trial chambers of the Iraqi court with jurisdiction over the incident.
Marine Patrol Saves Child from IED
CAMP TAQQADUM, Iraq - A Marine patrol near Husaybah took note of a child playing with an unusual object May 5. The object looked like it could be part of an improvised explosive device. The Marines quickly moved the child away to a safe distance and secured the area. Marines found the object to be an anti-personnel mine rigged as an IED buried in the ground. The patrol coordinated for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team to dispose of the mine. It was detonated in-place later in the day. Unit officials said the Marines' "excellent attention to detail" prevented the loss of lives and equipment
One Stryker Brigade Soldier Died, One Task Force Olympia Soldier Wounded During Mortar Attack
MOSUL, Iraq - One Stryker Brigade Soldier died and one Task Force Olympia Soldier was wounded during a mortar attack on a Coalition base in Mosul on May 8. The wounded Soldier was evacuated to the combat support hospital in Mosul. The deceased Soldier's name is withheld pending notification of next of kin. Task Force Olympia and the Stryker Brigade extend heartfelt condolences to the Soldiers' families.
Discovery of Weapons Caches Result in Safe Removal of Weapons from Mosul Streets
MOSUL, Iraq - Information provided by two Iraqi adults and a child led to the discovery of three weapons caches May 7 and the seizure and safe disposal of more than 250 artillery rounds, mortar rounds and other munitions west of Mosul.
The first cache consisted of more than 100 82mm and 120mm rusted mortar rounds lying in the open, exposed to the elements. As soldiers secured the site, a child directed their attention to a second site that consisted of about 45 82mm and 120mm mortar rounds and a variety of high-explosive artillery rounds. The second site was secured; but while soldiers were driving between the first and second site, yet another cache was discovered that consisted of 125 more mortar rounds. The second and third caches were destroyed and Iraqi Police helped secure the first site until the explosive ordnance disposal team arrived to destroy the first cache.
Officials commended the people of Mosul for choosing peace and freedom over violence, even in the face of these terrible attacks. Task Force Olympia continues to work with the citizens and leaders of Iraq to make it a safe, prosperous, and democratic nation. Anyone with information about criminal or terrorist activities should inform the Iraqi Police, Coalition forces or the Tips Hotline at 813-343 or 780-013.
To turn in munitions or weapons, contact any Coalition soldier, or call the Hotline (813-343) to arrange turn-in.