Afghan, coalition force captures Taliban facilitator in Farah

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

11.07.2010

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban foreign fighter facilitator and improvised explosive device expert operating in Farah province, during an operation in the province Sunday.

Intelligence tips helped the security force track the facilitator to an area outside Bakwah district. The joint force secured the area before conducting initial questioning at the scene. After the facilitator acknowledged he was the targeted individual for the operation, the security force peacefully detained him along with two of his associates.

This operation was conducted without shots fired.

• Date Taken: 11.07.2010
• Date Posted: 11.07.2010 22:59
• Story ID: 59622
• Location: KABUL, AF