Several detained in Helmand
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 27, 2011

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-097  For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 27, 2011)  In Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation targeting a Taliban leader yesterday.   The leader is responsible for planning and commanding operations against Afghan forces. He coordinates weapons procurement and insurgent fighter distribution in the district. The leader also coordinates battle space between tactical Taliban cells.   Based on several reports of insurgent activity in the area, the combined security force searched for the leader at a compound in the district. The Afghan-led force conducted interviews with residents, resulting in the detention of several individuals with suspected ties to Taliban activity for further questioning.   No civilians were harmed during the operation.