ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-054

KABUL, Afghanistan (April 19, 2011)

In Charkh district, Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation, yesterday. The leader oversees the coordination, execution and training of subordinates to conduct attacks against coalition forces.

The combined force conducted a search of a compound in Charkh based on multiple intelligence reports of insurgent activity in the area. The security force isolated the compound and then called for all occupants to exit the buildings. After ensuring the safety of the women and children, they conducted their search. Several individuals with suspected ties to Taliban activity were detained for further questioning. No shots were fired during the operation.