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Five US Soldiers Charged with Rape and Murder of Iraqi Teenager and Relatives

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In a series of violent attacks on an Iraqi family, five US soldiers have been charged with rape and murder. The victims include a 14-year-old Iraqi teenager and her relatives, who were killed at their home in Mahmoudiya, a town south of Baghdad. The attacks were part of a series of cases of US troops accused of killing and abusing Iraqi civilians. The five soldiers, including two sergeants and two privates first-class, were accused of rape, murder, and dereliction of duty after an investigation into the allegations.

Key Takeaways:

  • Four US soldiers have been charged with rape and murder, while a fifth has been charged with dereliction of duty in connection with the alleged rape and slaying of a 14-year-old Iraqi woman and her relatives in Mahmoudiya.
  • The victims include Abeer Qassim Hamza, a 14-year-old teenager, and her relatives, including her father, mother, and 5-year-old sister.
  • Ex-soldier Steven D. Green was arrested last week in North Carolina and has pleaded not guilty to one count of rape and four counts of murder.
  • The US military has ordered an Article 32 investigation into the five soldiers still on active duty, which will determine whether there is enough evidence to place them on trial.
  • The soldiers could face the death penalty if convicted of the charges, which include rape and murder.

The case has drawn widespread attention and outrage, with many calling for justice for the victims and their families. The US military has taken swift action, ordering an investigation and charging the five soldiers involved.

Statistics:

  • 5 US soldiers have been charged with rape and murder in connection with the alleged attack on the Iraqi family.
  • 1 ex-soldier, Steven D. Green, has been arrested and charged with one count of rape and 4 counts of murder.
  • The victims include Abeer Qassim Hamza, a 14-year-old teenager, and her 3 relatives.
  • The investigation into the allegations has been ongoing since late June.
  • The US military has charged the soldiers with serious offenses, including rape, murder, and dereliction of duty.

Sources:

  • AP News (AP) - TIKRIT, Iraq (AP)
  • FBI Affidavit, filed in Green's case

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