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Blackwater Ambush Wounds UFC Fighter
Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy wounded in Congo ambush targeting Blackwater forces.
In brief
Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy wounded in Congo ambush targeting Blackwater forces. Blackwater founder Erik Prince's security team was ambushed in Congo, wounding former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy. Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Ambush in Congo
Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy was shot three times in the leg during a September 17 ambush in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Casualties Reported
The attack left about 20 people dead or wounded including at least seven Congolese nationals and a former New Zealand special forces member.
Kennedy's Condition
Kennedy is being treated at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center near Washington with no official comment from medical center or U.S. State Department.
Prince's Role
Blackwater founder Erik Prince operates in Congo through Vectus Global providing security and consulting services.
Ambush Details
A source said forces supporting M23 rebel group may have tracked Vectus team using a surveillance drone.
Rwanda Alleged
Two sources blamed Rwandan military directly while another source suggested Rwandan forces were involved in the ambush.
No Confirmation
Representatives for Congo, Rwanda, and M23 did not respond to Reuters requests for comment on the ambush.
In short
Blackwater founder Erik Prince's security team was ambushed in Congo, wounding former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy.
