St. Louis-area Army veteran killed in Iraq

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- A St. Charles County family has learned that their loved one has become one of the latest casualties in Iraq.

Relatives of 54-year-old Army Colonel Stephen Scott say military officials notified them late Sunday night that Scott was killed in Baghdad's Green Zone earlier that day.

The protected Green Zone houses the U.S. Embassy and the Iraqi government headquarters. The building was struck by mortar fire and he was killed.

Kathleen King said her brother always assured her he was safe.

The return of Scott's remains and funeral plans are still pending. Family members say he will be laid to rest at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

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