One
Canadian Soldier Killed
By Improvised Explosive
Device
CEFCOM NR – 10.006 -
April 11, 2010
One Canadian soldier was killed by an improvised explosive device that detonated during a dismounted security patrol in Dand district at approximately 7:30 a.m. Kandahar time on 11 April 2010. The incident occurred in the vicinity of Belanday, Dand district, approximately eight-kilometres southwest of Kandahar City.
Killed in action was Private Tyler William Todd from the 1st Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, based in Edmonton, Alberta. He was serving as a member with Task Force 3-09 Battle Group.
At this sad time, our
thoughts and prayers are
with the family and
friends of our fallen
Canadian comrade. The
commitment and sacrifice
of our soldiers and
their loved ones are
helping to make a
difference in the lives
of the people of
Kandahar Province.
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