2011-09-S-063
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

For Immediate Release

 
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 28, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed numerous insurgents during a security operation in search of a senior Taliban facilitator in Achin district, Nangarhar province, Tuesday.

The senior leader is responsible for orchestrating multiple direct fire, roadside and suicide bomb attacks against Afghan forces.

During the operation, the security force observed multiple insurgents armed with rocket-propelled grenade launchers and AK-47 assault rifles maneuvering to attack. The security force engaged the threat, killing the insurgents. 

Numerous additional suspected insurgents were also detained by the security force during the operation.