NEWS RELEASEHEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES CENTRAL COMMAND 7115 South Boundary Boulevard MacDill AFB, Fla. 33621-5101 Phone: (813) 827-5894; FAX: (813) 827-2211; DSN 651-5894 |
May 18, 2003
Release Number: 03-05-64
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MARINE KILLED IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT
CAMP DOHA, Kuwait - A 1 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. southeast 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 28th Combat Support Hospital. One Marine died of his injuries enroute 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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