KABUL, Afghanistan - Coalition forces operating just outside Lashkar Gah in southern Afghanistan were attacked by insurgents with small arms, July 28. ISAF forces gained positive identification of the enemy and returned small arms fire.
Upon assessment of the site after the attack, it was determined that a local man was killed in the crossfire.
Coalition forces deeply regret this unfortunate loss of life and express our sincerest apologies to the family. ISAF takes civilian casualties very seriously and will continue to take every precaution to prevent them.