VBIED Attack Foiled by First Infantry Division Soldiers
Tikrit, Iraq -- Anti-Iraqi forces failed in their attempt to engage First Infantry Division Soldiers with a vehicle borne improvised explosive device near Taji at about 5:07 p.m. on November 3.
The Soldiers noticed the vehicle approaching their patrol at a high rate of speed and fired warning shots. The vehicle accelerated and crossed into the northbound lane in a hostile, aggressive manner. The patrol engaged the vehicle with crew served weapons and a MK 19 grenade launcher.
The vehicle exploded leaving a crater in the road. Explosive ordnance personnel assessed the vehicle, which contained at least 17-122mm rounds.
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