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Insurgents launch attacks on Camp Abu Ghraib
BAGHDAD - Iraq - Multi National Force-Iraq repelled an attack by 40-60 insurgents on Forward Operating Base Abu Ghraib April 2 at approximately 7 p.m.
Two vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices were followed by rocket-propelled grenades, small arms fire and 20 rounds of indirect fire.
The assault by the Anti-Iraqi Forces failed, and the FOB is secured and locked down.
Approximately eighteen U.S. service members have been reported wounded.
Twelve detainees were wounded. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
For more information, please contact Lt. Col. Guy Rudisill at guy.rudisill@iraq.centcom.mil.
Release #050402h
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