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British soldiers abuse allegations
Monday, 14 July, 2008
The British Royal Military Police is investigating an allegation made by a 14 year-old Iraqi boy, who claims he was sexually assaulted by British soldiers.
The incident is alleged to have taken place at Camp Bread Basket in Basra, in southern Iraq, in May 2003.
VIDEO: Abuse allegations against solider
In a statement, the boy says he was beaten and sexually mistreated by British troops after he was caught trying to steal dried milk powder.
The case comes just days after it was announced that the British Ministry of Defence would pay nearly $A6 million to Iraqis who were tortured by British troops in Basra in 2003.
Source: BBC
The incident is alleged to have taken place at Camp Bread Basket in Basra, in southern Iraq, in May 2003.
VIDEO: Abuse allegations against solider
In a statement, the boy says he was beaten and sexually mistreated by British troops after he was caught trying to steal dried milk powder.
The case comes just days after it was announced that the British Ministry of Defence would pay nearly $A6 million to Iraqis who were tortured by British troops in Basra in 2003.
Source: BBC
