Final NBC team member in Syria leaves safely

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By NBC News staffThe final member of the NBC News team working with Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel crossed safely from Syria into Turkey early Wednesday, NBC News said in a statement.

Ian Rivers, who provides technical support for NBC News, got separated from the rest of Engel's production team in the midst of the firefight early Monday, which resulted in the team's escape from captivity. Until now, Rivers' whereabouts in Syria had been unknown. Rivers was said to be in good condition and will be evaluated in Turkey, according to the network.

“Now that Ian Rivers has been reunited with Richard Engel’s entire production team, all of us at NBC News can breathe a huge sigh of relief and express our deep appreciation to all who helped secure their freedom. At the same time, our thoughts and concerns are with those who remain missing inside Syria and we hope for their swift and safe release,” said NBC News President Steve Capus.

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