Erik Prince's Forces Ambushed in Congo
Security forces tied to Erik Prince suffered heavy casualties in an armed attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy was also wounded.
Security forces operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo under Blackwater founder Erik Prince were ambushed in mid-September. Approximately 20 people, including former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy, were killed or wounded in the clashes.
Unexpected Ambush in Congo
Security forces affiliated with Blackwater founder Erik Prince were ambushed during an operation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. As a result of the clashes, at least 20 casualties were recorded in deaths and injuries.
Former UFC Fighter Wounded
Former U.S. Green Beret and UFC competitor Tim Kennedy, operating under the security firm Vectus Global, was wounded with three gunshot wounds to his leg in the attack in Congo. It was reported that Kennedy's treatment is ongoing at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Casualties and Wounded
According to information obtained from security sources, heavy losses were sustained in the attack that occurred in mid-September, including at least seven Congolese citizens and a former member of the New Zealand Special Forces.
Background of the Attack
The possibility is being considered that the clashes in the region may have been orchestrated as a result of the tracking of a surveillance drone by Rwandan forces supporting M23 rebels.