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CIA-20172698

(2, June 2017

Mr David Fisher
Senior Writer NZ Herald
David.Fisher@nzherald.co.nz

 

Dear Mr Fisher

I refer to your email of 9 June 2017 following up on my response of 7 June 2017. Two
cameras were used to capture the images provided. Given storage capacity limitations with
that camera only the single image of the RPG was retained following the operation. Other
images have been deleted.

A search of the relevant NZDF database was undertaken to ascertain what imagery existed
with regard to Operation Burnham.

The body of only one insurgent was checked by NZDF personnel. They were not equipped
with a camera and given the prevailing operational conditions, it was not feasible to
undertake any further action in respect of the deceased.

You have the right, under section 28(3) of the Official lnformation Act 1982, to ask an
Ombudsman to review my response to your request.

Yours sincerely

(-5

GR. 3
Commodore, RNZN
Chief of Staff