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AR 15-6 Investigation re: Death of Zaid Muhammed Tariq - Dakota Detention Facility, Iraq, August 22, 2003

Sept. 2, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 4808
This report provides detailed information into the death of Zaid Muhammed Tariq, an Iraqi national detainee. On August 22, 2003, at the Dakota EPW Holding Cell officers found Mr. Tariq on the floor of his cell, cell 14, having convulsions. The officers called medics and attempted to stabilize him with water, oxygen and an IV, however, Mr. Tariq died upon arriving to the Kadamiya University Hospital. The preliminary autopsy report concluded that Mr. Tariq died of natural causes, heat stroke, with no indications of physical abuse.
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  • 2003-08-22, Unknown, Iraq, Death
    • On August 22, 2003, at the Dakota Detention Facility officers found Zaid Muhammed Tariq on the floor of his cell having convulsions. The officers called medics and attempted to stabilize him with water, oxygen and an IV, however, Mr. Tariq died upon arriving to the Kadamiya University Hospital.