Innocent Afghan civilians have been shot and killed by a U.S. soldier who allegedly opened fire after suffering a mental breakdown.
The shooting spree took place in the Panjwai district of Kandahar province this morning but it is not yet known how many have died.
Captain Justin Brockhoff, Nato spokesman confirmed a U.S. service member had been detained following the attack.
The wounded are receiving treatment at a medical base and U.S. forces are investigating the shooting with Afghan authorities.
