Soldiers investigated over Kosovo shootings

LONDON, England -- Three British paratroopers are facing an investigation into the death of two ethnic Albanians in Kosovo last year, the UK Ministry of Defence has confirmed.

But a spokesman denied reports that the paratroopers had been charged over the incident.

The soldiers, from the 1st Battalion of the Parachute Regiment, allegedly shot two men during a Kosovo Albanian victory parade in Pristina on July 3 last year.

UK newspaper reports said Fahri Bici, 20, and Avni Dudi, 24, were believed to be members of the Kosovo Liberation Army.

A Ministry of Defence spokesman told CNN.com: "I can confirm that no one has been charged.

"An investigation into this matter is ongoing and the evidence is being examined to see if there are any charges to answer."

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