2011-09-S-067
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 29, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two Taliban leaders during a security operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Wednesday.

One captured leader provided guidance in attack planning and coordinated roadside bomb attacks with area leaders, as well as, reported to senior Taliban leadership following organized attacks against Afghan forces. The second insurgent leader operated as a Taliban appointed judge in Ghorak district. 

The combined force seized multiple weapons and destroyed 400 pounds (181 kgs) of heroin during the operation. 

Additionally, multiple suspected insurgents were also detained during the operation.