Commando-led Disruption Operation Leads to Six Insurgents Killed
Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force
For Immediate Release 
Release #020

HELMAND, Afghanistan (June 8, 2011) – A Commando-led disruption operation in Baghran district of Helmand province resulted in at least six insurgents killed and multiple weapon caches destroyed June 6. 

The Afghan Commando-Coalition Special Operation combined force met with heavy resistance and effective fire throughout the day. This fire resulted in two members, one Commando and one Special Operator, receiving gunshot wounds during the operation. Both wounded individuals are stable, and were safely transported to a medical facility for further treatment. 

“It is always hard when those you fight beside are injured,” said a Special Operator on the operation. “Even though two of our men were removed from the fight because of their injuries, the impact we made on the insurgents in the area was far greater.” 

The goal of the operation was to disrupt insurgent activity in the Wonay, Manu and Suray villages, which are believed to be a staging ground and safe haven according to Afghan leadership.

The partnered force ensured civilians were safely evacuated from the area, then fired on insurgents with effective fire from both the ground and air. 

“I believe this operation achieved its goal,” said an Afghan Commando.

“We eliminated many insurgents in the area, as well as destroyed many of their supplies. Those insurgents left should know that they are not safe or wanted here any longer.” 

During the operation, no civilians were injured in the fighting, or property damage reported.