ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-08-S-018
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (August 7, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed one insurgent and detained multiple suspected insurgents during a security operation in Archi district, Kunduz province, yesterday.

The security force, led by Afghan security force members, was in the area searching for the Taliban-appointed governing official for operations in the district. The leader is also responsible for a roadside bomb and suicide attack network that targets Afghan government officials.

While the security force moved in to begin the search, they noticed several insurgents maneuvering in the area. As the force continued to observe, it became apparent the individuals were armed and conducting offensive movements. The security force moved to confront the armed insurgents, prompting an engagement which resulted in one insurgent killed. The remaining two insurgents were detained.

Following the engagement, the security force continued with the original search and detained several other suspected insurgents who were also detained for further questioning.