Joint patrol targets IED cell

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

01.26.2011

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – A joint Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force patrol targeted an improvised explosive device cell in Uruzgan and northern Kandahar provinces, Jan. 26.

One insurgent was killed and three men were detained during the operation.

Acting on multiple intelligence reports and tips from local citizens, the patrol moved towards a compound of interest. Several men ran from the compound and took up positions around the area. As the patrol searched the area, they were engaged by heavy, small-arms fire and a rocket-propelled grenade. The patrol was unable to return fire and requested close-air support from coalition assets. The asset fired on the insurgents, killing one.

Initial reports indicate no civilians were injured during the operation.
The detainees were taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.

• Date Taken: 01.26.2011
• Date Posted: 01.27.2011 11:44
• Story ID: 64307
• Location: KABUL, AF