ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 22, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-068 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 23, 2011)  In Sayed Abad district, Wardak province, yesterday, Afghan and coalition forces killed one insurgent and detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation.  The targeted Taliban leader coordinated operations in the district and maintains close associations with other Taliban leadership in the area.  The combined security force targeted the leader’s suspected compound in Sayed Abad district. During initial clearance, an insurgent armed with an AK-47 assault rifle attempted to fire his weapon at the force. The force responded, killing the insurgent. Continuing the operation, the force secured and cleared several buildings while ensuring the safety of all women and children throughout.  Concluding the operation, the force detained several suspected insurgents for further questioning. During the operation, the force discovered and destroyed grenades, a bomb initiator, and chest racks along with the AK-47. There were no other injuries during the operation and no civilians were harmed.