Worker Killed During UXO / Explosives Clearance

Ramadi, Iraq A UXO clearance operator working for Janus Global Operations was reportedly killed while conducting clearance operations in Iraq. The name of the deceased has not been released but is reported to be a British national.

The worker was allegedly killed by an IED. An investigation is underway to determine what actions may have contributed to the accident. Janus Global is working under a U.S. State Department contract to clear UXO and explosive devices planted around the area by Islamic militants.

Another British national was reportedly injured in the explosion but his injuries have been reported as minor.