U.S. Military Probes Afghan Civilian Deaths

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U.S. Military Probes Afghan Civilian Deaths

"Small Number" of Soldiers Alleged to be Responsible for 3 Deaths; Drug Use, Assault also Claimed


(AP) The U.S. military is investigating allegations that a "small number" of U.S. soldiers were responsible for the unlawful deaths of as many as three Afghan civilians.

A U.S. statement Thursday said the allegations also included illegal drug use, assault and conspiracy. No charges have been filed but one soldier has been placed in pre-trial confinement.

The Army's Criminal Investigation Command began the investigation after receiving credible information from the soldiers' unit earlier this month.

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