Forces Detain Taliban Explosive Device Manufacturer, Facilitator
Forces Detain Taliban Explosive Device Manufacturer, Facilitator
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-271
For Immediate Release
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 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 24, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban improvised explosive device manufacturer and facilitator during a security operation in Wardak province yesterday.
The now detained Taliban IED manufacturer and facilitator operated in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province. Reporting indicates he possesses in-depth knowledge on the production of explosive devices and teaches other Taliban insurgents how to construct them.
 Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in the district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search and securing the area. The Taliban insurgent was detained based on initial questioning at the scene.