ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 2, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-004 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 2, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one suspected insurgent while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation in Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, yesterday. The leader is responsible for the emplacement of roadside bombs and direct fire attacks against Afghan government officials and coalition forces.  Multiple intelligence reports of insurgent activity in the area led the security force to search for the insurgent leader in a compound in the district. The force secured and cleared the area and detained one individual with suspected ties to the Taliban insurgency for further questioning. The women and children were protected during the operation.