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Former Raleigh man dies in Uganda bombings
(Raleigh, NC) News & Observer ^ | 12 July 2010 | Staff and Wire Reports

Posted on 07/12/2010 5:54:21 AM PDT by Moose4

An American who recently lived in Raleigh for a year was the lone American killed when explosions tore through crowds watching the World Cup final Sunday at a rugby club and an Ethiopian restaurant in Kampala, Uganda, killing at least 64 people.

Nathan Henn, 25, who worked with Invisible Children, a San Diego-based aid group that helps child soldiers in Africa, was killed on the rugby field. Henn was a native of Wilmington, Del., but his family moved to Raleigh in 2007, and he lived here for about a year, his sister, Brynne Henn, said this morning in a telephone interview.

"Nathan was an amazing guy," said Brynne Henn, 20. "He lived his life for others and for his God.

Read more: http://www.newsobserver.com/2010/07/12/577669/american-dies-in-uganda-bombings.html#ixzz0tTJqoQUj

(Excerpt) Read more at newsobserver.com ...


TOPICS: Foreign Affairs; News/Current Events; US: North Carolina; War on Terror
KEYWORDS: aidgroup; alqaedainuganda; bombing; henn; injuringamericans; injuringchristians; invisiblechildren; killingamericans; killingchristians; kony; nathanhenn; ncarolina; northcarolina; raleigh; uganda; worldcup
Nate Henn is the son of my former church small group leaders. I never met the guy, but if he was anything like his parents, he was wonderful people. Please pray for them and for the Christians in Uganda who have to deal with these Islamists every day.

I suppose I should be trying to do the Christian thing and forgive people who would bomb innocents watching the "world's greatest sporting event"...but I can't. God help me, I can't. Not now.

}:-)4

1 posted on 07/12/2010 5:54:25 AM PDT by Moose4
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To: Moose4

He sounds like an incredible young man. May God comfort his family and friends. The world lost an angel.


2 posted on 07/12/2010 6:43:11 AM PDT by coloradomomba (BO stinks!)
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To: Moose4

Media must be on orders to hardly report this terrorist attack. What 60 some die in an attack on people watching the championship of a major international sporting event and the cable news channels are hardly covering it. They are still talking about King James!


3 posted on 07/13/2010 12:34:52 AM PDT by Freedom of Speech Wins
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4 posted on 07/17/2010 6:09:11 PM PDT by Cindy
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July 19, 2010

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http://newyork.fbi.gov/pressrel/pressrel10/nyfo071910.htm

FBI and Uganda Police Seek Assistance Identifying 7/11 Bombers

On July 11, 2010, Uganda was the target of a series of terrorist attacks in its capital city, Kampala, in which over 70 individuals were killed. The Somali terrorist group Al-Shabaab took responsibility for these attacks. The first bomb exploded at approximately 10:30 p.m. at an Ethiopian restaurant in Kabalagala. The second bomb exploded at approximately 11:20 p.m. at a rugby club. A third bomb also exploded at almost the same time at the rugby club. The first two bombs were thought to have been triggered by suicide bombers. At both venues, victims were gathered to watch the final World Cup soccer match.

Following the terrorist attacks, Uganda authorities made a request through the U.S. Embassy in Kampala for a team from the FBI to assist with their investigation. The FBI New York Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) deployed a team of agents, analysts, and forensic experts to assist the Ugandan authorities. Included were members of the FBI from other parts of the country with expertise in specific portions of the investigation such as evidence collection and explosive analysis.

The investigation being conducted by Uganda with support from the FBI is ongoing. As part of the investigation, the FBI and Uganda law enforcement officials are seeking information regarding the identity of the two suicide bombers. Photos have been reconstructed to demonstrate how the two suspected male bombers may have appeared. If anyone has information on the attacks or can identity the bombers, they are requested to contact the Uganda Police or the FBI.

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Major General Kale Kayihura, Inspector General of Police said, “This was a horrific event for the people of Uganda and we are dedicated to tracking down those responsible for this heinous crime. Terrorist activity must be stopped and the police force will do everything possible to keep our citizens and visitors safe. We thank the U.S. Embassy for arranging for the FBI to travel to Uganda and assist us with our critical investigation. I thank the FBI, the British High Commission, New Scotland Yard, and Interpol among the many others nations and agencies that are assisting us at this time. Our teams are working exceptionally well together in all facets of the investigation.”

FBI Special Agent in Charge, Nathan Gray who is serving as the commander of the FBI’s team in Uganda added, “Uganda suffered a horrible attack as people peacefully cheered during the World Cup. We are appreciative of the complete support from Inspector Kayihura and the police force as we work together to support their investigation. The United States has been victim to serious terrorist attacks and we have learned that partnerships, such as the one we have with Uganda are critical in investigating and preventing these attacks.”

FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Don Borelli of the New York office is serving as the deputy commander and overseeing the daily operations. Agent Borelli stated, “The New York office of the FBI brings a wealth of experience in investigating terrorism cases. Working closely with our Uganda law enforcement partners we will do everything possible to help find the perpetrators of this horrific event.”

A link to the seeking information poster can be found at http://www.fbi.gov/wanted/seekinfo/uganda.htm.


5 posted on 07/19/2010 4:10:46 PM PDT by Cindy
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To: Moose4

Nate Henn, an American aid volunteer killed in the blasts, was known by his Ugandan nickname, 'Oteka,' meaning 'The Strong One.'

In another ghastly twist, Henn's brother Kyle was injured in a small plane crash yesterday in Chapel Hill, N.C., while heading to join mourning relatives, ABC News reported. The pilot was killed.

Update: Kyle Henn, 22, has been discharged from UNC hospitals after being involved in a plane crash Monday afternoon that took the life of the plane’s pilot and left the co-pilot in critical condition.

6 posted on 07/19/2010 4:18:23 PM PDT by kcvl
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Praying for this family.

In Jesus’ Holy Name.

Amen.


7 posted on 07/19/2010 7:19:24 PM PDT by Cindy
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