name: Taliban leader and several associates captured in Kandahar
text: ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 16, 2011
  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-047 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (April 16, 2011)  Afghan and coalition forces captured a Taliban leader along with several of his associates during a security operation in Zhari district, Kandahar province, yesterday. The Taliban leader coordinated and distributed IED materials throughout the district. He also conducted reconnaissance for his associates. Intelligence tips led the combined security force to the leader s suspected compound. After ensuring the safety of all women and children, the security force searched the area. The security force identified and detained the Taliban leader after interviewing local residents. Three of his associates were also detained for further questioning. The operation was conducted without shots fired and there were no reports of collateral damage.