Several suspected insurgents detained in Helmand
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)  A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insugents and destroyed a drug cache while searching for a Taliban facilitator during a security operation in Kajaki district, Helmand province, yesterday. The targeted facilitator and financier is responsible for money exchanges and running a narcotics processing center in Baghlan district, Baghlan province. He travels to Kajaki to assist senior Taliban leaders in current operations.  The combined security force searched a couple compounds in the district based on multiple reports of insurgent activity in the area and tips from citizens. The force commenced the search of the first compound, while ensuring the safety of the women and children. During their search, they discovered 120 pounds (54 kgs) of wet opium and more than 20,000 Pakistan rupees. They detained one individual with suspected ties to Taliban insurgency.  At a nearby location, the force secured and cleared a separated compound which was suspected of insurgent activity. They carried out the search and conducted interviews with the occupants. After initial questioning, the force detained two suspected insurgents for further questioning. There were no shots fired during either search.