Soldat Patrick Lormand,
2e Bataillon, Royal 22e Régiment,
basé à Valcartier, Québec
Posted on 09/14/2009 4:09:15 AM PDT by Clive
One Canadian soldier killed and four injured in an explosive device strike
CEFCOM NR–09.024 - September 14, 2009
OTTAWA – One Canadian soldier was killed and four injured when an improvised explosive device detonated near their armoured vehicle on a road in Panwjai District. The incident occurred approximately 10 kilometres South-West of Kandahar City at around 1:00 p.m., Kandahar time, on 13th September, 2009.
Killed in action was Private Patrick Lormand from the 2nd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment based in Valcartier, Quebec. Private Lormand was serving as a member of the 2nd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group, Quebec.
Four other Canadian Forces members were injured during the incident. They were evacuated by helicopter to the Multi-National Medical Facility at the Kandahar Airfield. They have all since been released. Their identities will not be made public.
Our thoughts and condolences go to the family and friends of our fallen comrade.
Members of Task Force Kandahar work with Afghan security forces for the greater good of Afghanistan. We remain focused and determined to bringing peace, stability and good governance despite the challenge imposed on us by the insurgents. We remain committed to Afghanistan.
I extend the most heartfelt condolences to the family of this brave soldier and sincere thanks for Canada’s significant effort help the Afghan people and thwart the evil Taliban.
Condolences to the family of the fallen Canadian soldier.
I was honoured to be present when Private Patrick Lormand was escorted down the Highway of Heroes today.
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