October 20, 2011. International news outlets have released reports stating that former Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi has been captured after his long-running battle with Libyan rebels. More details to follow. There are also reports that Gaddafi has been injured, possibly even killed.
The reports have been made by the Libyan Transitional Council, and independent confirmation is still being sought by news agencies.
Most news outlets are playing it safe, stating clearly that they await independent corroboration of the claims, including the influential New York Times.