ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 28, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-092 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 28, 2011) – A joint Afghan and coalition force captured a Taliban improvised explosive device facilitator and detained several suspected Taliban insurgents in Pul-e Alam district, Logar province, yesterday.  The Taliban facilitator was responsible for the acquisition, construction and dissemination of IEDs and has been involved in numerous attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition security forces.  The security force targeted a compound in Pul-E Alam district based on multiple intelligence tips. After questioning residents, the security force identified and detained the IED facilitator. They also detained several suspected Taliban insurgents for further questioning. An AK-47, chest rack and IED ignition device were also found on the premises and later destroyed by the security force.  The security force ensured the safety of ten women and twenty-four children throughout the operation.