Taliban facilitator captured, IED material discovered in Zabul

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

11.09.2010

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – Afghan and coalition security forces captured a Taliban facilitator responsible for the movement of weapons and for coordinating insurgent attacks throughout Shah Joy district during an overnight operation in Zabul province.

Intelligence reports led the security force to a remote compound in Shah Joy district to search for the facilitator. As the security force approached the scene, they witnessed a bag thrown from one of the compound’s windows. When the security force went to investigate, they discovered improvised explosive device material and copper wire in the bag.

Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, and then cleared and secured the area.

After initial questioning at the scene, the security force peacefully detained the facilitator, along with three of his associates.

No shots were fired and the women and children were protected throughout the operation.

• Date Taken: 11.09.2010
• Date Posted: 11.08.2010 23:37
• Story ID: 59693
• Location: KABUL, AF