By — Larisa Epatko Larisa Epatko Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/afghanistan-shootings-reaction-and-fallout Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Shootings Renew Debate Over U.S., NATO Presence in Afghanistan World Mar 12, 2012 2:50 PM EDT The shootings occurred in Panjwai district in Kandahar province in southern Afghanistan. On Sunday, an American Army staff sergeant allegedly left his base in southern Afghanistan, went into homes in a nearby village, and shot and killed at least 16 people including women and children. The soldier, now in U.S. custody, is under investigation. After the jump, we’ve compiled some reaction and resources. [View the story “Afghanistan Shootings: Reaction and Fallout” on Storify] We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now By — Larisa Epatko Larisa Epatko Larisa Epatko produced multimedia web features and broadcast reports with a focus on foreign affairs for the PBS NewsHour. She has reported in places such as Jordan, Pakistan, Iraq, Haiti, Sudan, Western Sahara, Guantanamo Bay, China, Vietnam, South Korea, Turkey, Germany and Ireland. @NewsHourWorld
The shootings occurred in Panjwai district in Kandahar province in southern Afghanistan. On Sunday, an American Army staff sergeant allegedly left his base in southern Afghanistan, went into homes in a nearby village, and shot and killed at least 16 people including women and children. The soldier, now in U.S. custody, is under investigation. After the jump, we’ve compiled some reaction and resources. [View the story “Afghanistan Shootings: Reaction and Fallout” on Storify] We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now