Afghan, coalition forces capture IED cell leader in Helmand overnight

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

10.19.2010

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan –– An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban improvised explosive device cell leader operating in Nawa-ye Barakzai during an operation in Helmand province overnight.

The targeted individual’s cell is responsible for many IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in central Helmand. Additionally, the cell is responsible for burning down a school in the area on July 9.

Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound south of Lashkar Gah in Nawa-ye Barakzai district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces called out all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully. The joint security force then cleared and secured the compound.

After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the cell leader along with one of his associates.

The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

• Date Taken: 10.19.2010
• Date Posted: 10.19.2010 02:43
• Story ID: 58383
• Location: KABUL, AF