2012-10-S-004
For Immediate Release


KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 3, 2012)
Afghan and coalition forces confirmed one of the insurgents captured during a security operation in Pul-e 'Alam district, Logar province, Tuesday, is a Haqqani leader and weapons financier. The detained Haqqani leader is believed to have overseen the acquisition and distribution of rockets, heavy weapons, assault rifles, explosives and body armor to support insurgent operations throughout Logar province. Prior to his capture, the weapons financier had reportedly purchased multiple missiles to be used in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the security force also detained two other suspected insurgents.