ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 8, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-023 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 8, 2011)  In Shibirghan district, Jowzjan province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one suspected insurgent while searching for a Taliban leader yesterday.  The Taliban leader conducts attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces. He facilitates, plans, and coordinates improvised explosive device attacks in the province.  Intelligence reports led the combined security force to the leader’s suspected compound. The combined force searched the compound after isolating the area and calling for all occupants to exit peacefully.  After securing the safety of all women and children, the force interviewed local residents about the whereabouts of the insurgent leader. One individual with suspected ties to insurgent activity was detained for further questioning.