The Failed Pacifist

Murtha Sued by Marine

Staff Sargeant Frank Wuterich is suing John Murtha for libel over comments the congressman made regarding the killings of civilians in Haditha.

Evidence collected in the deaths supports accusations that the Marines deliberately shot the civilians, including unarmed women and children, The Associated Press reported Wednesday.

But Wuterich said that after his colleague's death, he and other Marines searched for insurgents in nearby homes and killed people they believed were threats. The story that the Marines intentionally killed civilians "is either a horrendous misunderstanding or intentional lie," according to the lawsuit.

posted by Doran @ 6:29 AM