Several captured in Balkh
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 16, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-056 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 16, 2011)  In Chahar Bolak district, Balkh province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and several of his associates yesterday.  The leader was involved in the facilitation of IED components, including pressure plates. He is a weapons expert who was involved in attack planning against Afghan and coalition security forces.   After extensive intelligence gathering, the combined security force searched a compound associated with the leader in the district. The force isolated the compound and called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, ensuring the safety of all civilians. During the search, the force discovered multiple weapons including a rocket-propelled grenade launcher with multiple warheads, IED blasting caps, an AK-47 assault rifle, multiple grenades, and one chest rack.  While conducting interviews, the force identified and detained the insurgent leader along with three of his associates for further questioning.