Statement

From the Prime Minister's Web Site (http://www.pm.gc.ca/)

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STATEMENT BY THE PRIME MINISTER OF CANADA

September 7, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement today on the death of Sergeant Prescott Shipway who was serving in Afghanistan:

"On behalf of all Canadians and of the Government of Canada, I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to the loved ones of Sergeant Prescott, who died in the line of duty today in Afghanistan. Our thoughts also go out to his seven comrades who were injured in the same incident. We wish them a prompt recovery and are grateful for their selfless service to this country.

Sgt. Shipway was killed during a security patrol in Panjwayii District when the armoured vehicle his was riding in hit an improvised explosive device. These patrols are an essential part of providing the stability required to ensure that social and economic development can take place in Afghanistan.

The brave men and women of the Canadian Forces continue to face considerable risk promoting security, democracy and self-sufficiency in Afghanistan. We will continue to stand firmly behind CF members, Canadian civilians and our international allies as we work together to rebuild this war torn country.

Today, I join with all Canadians to mourn the death of Sgt. Prescott Shipway. The sacrifice he made to help ensure a brighter future for the Afghan people will not be forgotten."

Sgt. Prescott Shipway was an infantryman with the Second Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry based at Shilo, Manitoba.

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