Several detained in Logar
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 9, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-06-S-030
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (June 9, 2011) 
In Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Baraki Barak district, yesterday. The leader is responsible for conducting attacks against Afghan government officials and directs an explosive device cell in the area.

The individuals were detained after the Afghan-led security force searched a suspected compound and questioned residents. The information provided led to their detention and the men were transported with the security force for additional questioning. No civilians were harmed during the night operation.