ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-07-S-066
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (July 22, 2011) – During a security operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, an Afghan-led security force detained a Taliban facilitator and attack planner, along with several of his associates. The security force also confiscated over 4,000 pounds (1,814 kilograms) of marijuana and 2,000 pounds (907 kgs) of opium.

The facilitator operated between Kandahar City and Chaman, Pakistan. Several reports indicate he was responsible for the movement of explosives and roadside bomb components, and also planned attacks against Afghan security forces in Kandahar City.