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May 18, 2003

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MARINE DEAD IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT

Al Hillah, Iraq  - A I Marine Expeditionary Force Marine died and one Marine was injured today in a truck accident.

The Marines were traveling in a large transport truck (LVS - Logistics Vehicle System) when it rolled over approximately 30 km. south east of Al Samawah.  The Marines were traveling to a pumping station while in support of civil military operations when the accident occurred.

Both Marines were flown via helicopter to 28thCombat Support Hospital 

(28 CSH ).  One Marine died of his injuries en-route to the hospital and one is listed in stable condition and expected to fully recover. 

The Marines names and exact unit, are being withheld pending next-of-kin notification.  The cause of the accident is under investigation.

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