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2007-10-26 Europe

Rome judge throws out case against US soldier

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Posted by 2007-10-26 00:00|| || Front Page|| [11 views ] Top
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#1 I told you then that if you try to run a checkpoint, you would be dead no matter who you were. The signs are almost as big as the Vatican. I told you not to mess with the case then, and I AM telling you that you need to absolve this soldier now.

Posted by newc">newc 2007-10-26 03:22|| 2007-10-26 03:22|| Front Page Top

#2 "Ballistics experts found that Carpani was driving at a normal speed and that US troops gave no warnings before opening fire."

Those are amazing ballistics experts who can figure out how fast the vehicle was moving and that no warnings were given. Ho DO they do that?

Posted by Glenmore">Glenmore 2007-10-26 07:55|| 2007-10-26 07:55|| Front Page Top

#3 "Ballistics experts found that Carpani was driving at a normal speed and that US troops gave no warnings before opening fire."

Those are amazing ballistics experts who can figure out how fast the vehicle was moving and that no warnings were given. Ho DO they do that?

Just like any liberal statement it's big on hype and short on facts.

Posted by Cyber Sarge 2007-10-26 08:25|| 2007-10-26 08:25|| Front Page Top

#4 I may be confused, but I seem to recall there was some UAV surveillance footage showing the vehicle moving fast. In any case, ignoring checkpoints will not enhance your lifespan.

Posted by SteveS 2007-10-26 10:31|| 2007-10-26 10:31|| Front Page Top

#5 A normal speed for any highway in Italy.

Posted by AlanC 2007-10-26 12:02|| 2007-10-26 12:02|| Front Page Top

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