One suspected insurgent detained in Logar
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 21, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2011-04-S-061 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 21, 2011)  In Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one suspected insurgent during a clearing operation in Charkh district, yesterday. The force conducted the operation to disrupt Taliban activity in the area, which is known as a staging location for insurgent fighters while they prepare for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.  The force isolated the area and called for all occupants to exit the buildings. After ensuring the safety of the women and children, the force conducted interviews with residents. As a result of the interviews, the force detained one individual with suspected ties to the Taliban insurgency. There were no shots fired during the operation.

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ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 22, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-068 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 23, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces, today, confirmed the capture of a Taliban leader detained yesterday.  The leader was responsible for the February 8 Charkh District Bazaar bombing which killed one U.S. soldier and wounded three others. He directed an insurgent cell in the district and was responsible for conducting numerous ambushes against coalition forces.