Afghan, Coalition Force Detain Taliban Facilitator
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-017 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 6, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator and three of his associates during a security operation in Bati Kot district, Nangarhar province yesterday.  The facilitator was planning an attack in the province, and was responsible for explosive device and direct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He was an explosives expert and often trained others in making explosive devices in Bati Kot and Surkh Rod districts.  Intelligence reports of insurgent activity in the area led the combined security force to search a compound associated with the facilitator. The force secured the area and called for all occupants to exit the buildings.  Once all occupants were safely out of the buildings, the force searched the area. While conducting interviews with residents, the facilitator identified himself to the security force, prompting his detention. Several suspected insurgents were also detained for further questioning.  The security force protected 10 women and 23 children during the operation.