Canadian soldier killed in an explosive device strike

Department Of National Defence
News Release

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OTTAWA - One Canadian soldier was killed by an improvised explosive device that detonated near his dismounted patrol approximately 10 kilometres southwest of Kandahar City at approximately 4:30 p.m. Kandahar Time today (Friday).

Killed in action was Sapper Steven Marshall, from the 1st Combat Engineering Regiment based in Edmonton, Alberta, serving as a member of the Task Force 3-09 Battle Group.

Sapper Marshall was conducting a foot patrol in the Panjwayi District when the incident happened.

No other soldiers were injured in this incident.

We are all thinking of the family and friends of our fallen comrade during this sad time and our thoughts and prayers are with them.

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

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

Members of Task Force Afghanistan work with Afghan security forces for the greater good of Afghanistan.

We remain focused and determined to bringing peace, stability and good governance despite the challenge imposed on us by the insurgents.

We remain committed to Afghanistan.

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