Three Canadian soldiers die in Afghanistan

NEWS RELEASE

DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENCE

************************* Three Canadian soldiers killed and another injured in Afghanistan

OTTAWA, ONTARIO -(August 21, 2008) - Three Canadian soldiers were killed and one soldier injured after an improvised explosive device detonated near their vehicle, while on patrol, on Highway 1 in Zharey District at approximately 10:30 a.m., Kandahar time, on August 20, 2008.

One of the fallen soldiers is Sergeant Shawn Eades, a combat engineer with 12 Field Squadron, 1 Combat Engineer Regiment from Edmonton, Alberta and attached to the Second Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Battle Group.

At the request of the families, the names of the two other soldiers are being withheld temporarily.

The four soldiers were evacuated to Kandahar Air Field's Role 3 Multi-National Medical Facility.

Sadly, three soldiers were confirmed dead by medical authorities.

The injured soldier is in serious but stable condition.

The commitment and sacrifice of our soldiers are helping to make a difference in the lives of the people of Kandahar Province.

We will continue with our mission as we remember the lives of our fallen soldiers.

We remain committed to working together with the people of Afghanistan to improve security and stability in Kandahar Province.

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