Schofield soldier charged in death of Iraqi civilian

By Peter Boylan
Honolulu Advertiser Staff Writer

"On April 8, Pfc. Edward L. Richmond Jr., 20, was charged with one count of unpremeditated murder under article 118 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Richmond is assigned to the headquarters company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry regiment."

JAG Hunter input: This kourt-martial must be conducted in full view at home. Pfc Richmond is going to need all the help he can afford. A trial in Iraq islolates this young and junior solder from the best defense attorneys in the U.S....and the scrutiny of the American public.