Gaddafi Death Photo? Image Said to Show Muammar Gaddafi CapturedReports are flying that Muammar Gaddafi was killed on Thursday by fighters who stormed his hometown of Sirte. See the image that purports to show his capture. Plus, full coverage here. Updated Jul. 13, 2017 10:21PM ET / Published Oct. 20, 2011 8:55AM ET Philippe Desmazes, AFP / Getty Images