Three detained in Zabul
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 3, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-007 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 3, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several individuals with suspected ties to insurgent activity while searching for a Taliban leader in Shah Joy district, Zabul province, yesterday. The leader directs fighters and facilitators in the district, and coordinates insurgent attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.   Multiple reports of Taliban activity in the area led the security force to target two compounds in the district. At the initial compound, the force commenced their search by isolating the area and calling for all occupants to exit the buildings. The force searched the area and detained one suspected insurgent for further questioning.  At a nearby location, the force searched another compound and based on information from residents the force was able to detain two additional suspected insurgents. There were no shots fired and the force ensured the safety of the women and children while conducting both searches.