Special Agent Edward J. Seitz

Special Agent Edward J. Seitz

United States Department of State - Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Government

End of Watch Sunday, October 24, 2004

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Edward J. Seitz

Special Agent Edward Seitz was killed in a mortar attack on Camp Victory in Baghdad, Iraq. A U.S. soldier was also wounded in the attack. Special Agent Seitz served as the Assistant Regional Security Officer to the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.

Agent Seitz was the second federal agent killed during a mortar attack while detailed to Iraq to conduct investigations related to the War on Terror.

Special Agent Seitz had formally served as a police officer for the Cleveland Heights, Ohio Police Department, and East Cleveland, Ohio Police Department. He is survived by his wife, brother, and parents.

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Age 41
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Incident Details

Cause Bomb
Location Overseas
Weapon Explosives; Mortar
Offender Not available

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Agent Seitz,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 24, 2024