Following weeks of fighting, it was announced this morning Former Libyan leader Col Muammar Gaddafi has been killed. His death took place after transitional forces claimed control of Sirte, Col Gaddafi's birthplace, There are unconfirmed reports that Col Gaddafi's son Saif is in a convoy fleeing Sirte and is under attack; his brother Mutassim is reportedly dead.
He confirmed that Col Gaddafi had been taken alive, but died of bullet wounds minutes before reaching hospital. Video footage suggest he was also dragged through the streets however it is unclear whether or not he was dead or alive during this time.
according to reports he was fighting his last stand to keep control of Sirte.
Libyans gathered in towns and cities across the country to celebrate the reports of the colonel's death as well as drivers honking their horn in celebration.
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