Explosion Rocks Western Baghdad
Baghdad, Iraq -- A large explosion in northwestern Baghdad killed at least 22 people, including four Iraqi policemen and injuring at least 10 others. The blast, which damaged 10 buildings, occurred at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Dec. 28.
Task Force Baghdad Soldiers, Iraqi Police, Iraqi National Guardsmen and local citizens worked together through the night to pull potential survivors from the rubble.
The incident is under investigation. Initial findings from explosive ordnance disposal experts indicated that 1,700 to 1,800 pounds of explosives were used in the attack.
For more information concerning civilian casualties from this incident, contact the Iraqi Ministry of Health at (0790) 192-5133 or (0790) 192-5128.
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