Taliban narcotics, IED facilitator targeted in Helmand

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

10.17.2010

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan - An Afghan and coalition security force targeted a Taliban improvised explosive device and narcotics facilitator for Maiwand and Lashkar Gah Districts, detaining two suspected insurgents in Helmand province overnight.

Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a remote compound in Lashkar Gah district to search for the targeted individual.

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

After initial questioning of the residents at the scene, the security force detained two suspected insurgents.

During the clearance, the security force killed an insurgent armed with a pistol after he emerged from the targeted compound and threatened the security force. The security force also found a pressure plate IED initiator at the scene.

The assault force protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

• Date Taken: 10.17.2010
• Date Posted: 10.17.2010 02:42
• Story ID: 58253
• Location: KABUL, AF