ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 12, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-036  For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 12, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force killed an armed individual while targeting a Taliban facilitator during a security operation in Chak-e Wardak district, Wardak province, yesterday.   The facilitator is responsible for distributing weapons and ammunition to Taliban members for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He maintains coordination with other senior Taliban leaders. While preparing to leave the target area, they noticed an armed individual attempting to evade.   While pursuing the individual in an effort to detain him, the man attempted to fire his weapon at the security force. Security forces engaged the individual, killing him. Security forces ensured the safety of all women and children during the operation, and initial reports indicated no civilians were harmed.