Peter Kassig
American paramedic and fifth Western hostage killed by Islamic State (IS) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Peter Kassig (c. 1988 – c. November 16, 2014) was an American aid worker. He was the fifth Western hostage killed by Islamic State (IS).[2] Kassig was captured near Deir Ezzour, Syria.[3] He was on his way to deliver medical supplies and food to poor Syrians.[4]
Peter Kassig | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1988 |
| Disappeared | October 1, 2013 near Deir Ezzour, Syria |
| Died | c November 16, 2014 (aged 26) |
| Cause of death | Decapitation |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Aid worker |
On November 16, 2014, IS posted a video showing Jihadi John standing over a severed head but no beheading act. The White House confirmed the person killed was Kassig.[5] Kassig was 26 years old.[5]
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