National Police officers and Multi-National Division - Baghdad Soldiers found human remains at a site near a combat outpost in the Kamaliyah area of eastern Baghdad June 3 after receiving a tip from a local citizen.

National Policemen from 4th Brigade, 1st National Police Division, and Soldiers from 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, found the site that consisted of 10 to 12 bodies in a water-filled well-like grave.

Based on the varying states of decay, it appears that the remains are approximately two years old. Iraqi Police officials are investigating the incident.

“Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the Iraqi citizens found in this despicable grave,” said Maj. Joey Sullinger, a spokesperson for 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division. “Criminals and extremists continue to show no regard for the sanctity of human life or capacity for a peaceful resolution to their problems.”
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