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MCpl. Josh Roberts - 2 PPCLI - Sat. Aug. 9 2008

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Canadian soldier dies of firefight injuries
Updated Sat. Aug. 9 2008 12:16 PM ET

CTV.ca News Staff

A Canadian soldier has died of a gunshot wound suffered in a firefight with Afghan insurgents in the volatile Zhari district.

The soldier was involved in a joint operation designed to disrupt Taliban activity in the farming area west of Kandahar City when the incident occurred.

The military is also investigating the possibility that a private security company passing by in a convoy may have accidentally fired on Canadian soldiers.


Damnit! :'(


RIP Troop :salute: :cdn:


-Deadpan
 
Sad to hear  :(


So this was from the ambush firefight a few days ago?
How could a PMC shoot the soldier, unless he was aiming for a insurgent and was shooting across from him  :(


RIP
 
http://www.cbc.ca/world/story/2008/08/09/soldier-killed.html

The soldier has been identified as Master Cpl. Josh Roberts of the 2nd Battalion of the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry based out of Shilo, Man.



So sad.
 
mr.rhtuner said:
How could a PMC shoot the soldier, unless he was aiming for a insurgent and was shooting across from him   :(
Letting loose at a target (?) in the distance without 1st knowing who is out there is a possibility that comes to mind.
I wouldn't want to speculate this as being a "blue on blue" incident without adequate information but, the fog of war and all ....

Rest in peace
 
Damn....

Condolences to the family, colleagues and friends of the fallen.  :salute:
 
DND News Release


News Release
Canadian Soldier Killed in Afghanistan
CEFCOM NR–08.028 - August 9, 2008

OTTAWA– A Canadian soldier died of his injuries following an engagement involving coalition forces, insurgents and security personnel from a civilian convoy in the Zharey District around 9 a.m. (Kandahar time) today. An investigation is being conducted to determine the details surrounding this incident and further information will be made public as it becomes available.

The fallen soldier is Master Corporal Joshua Brian Roberts of the 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, based in Shilo, Manitoba. First aid was administered to MCpl Roberts immediately following the incident. He was evacuated by helicopter to Kandahar Air Field’s Role 3 Multi-National Medical Facility, but sadly was pronounced dead upon arrival.

All members of Task Force Kandahar are thinking of the family and friends of our fallen comrade during this time of sorrow. The dedication and sacrifice of soldiers like MCpl Roberts are helping to make a difference in the lives of countless Afghan citizens.

We will continue with our mission as we remember the life of MCpl Roberts. We remain committed to improving security and stability in Kandahar Province and working together with local Afghans to achieve peace and prosperity for their country.


:salute:
-Deadpan
 
Served with Josh a few years back, always an upbeat guy who looked for the silver lining in every situation...unreal. RIP Josh.
 
sad to hear.  thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.
RIP. 
:cdn: :salute:
 
I served with Josh in Bosnia - great section 2i/c, and an honour to serve with. 

RIP MCpl. 
 
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