Two killed and three detained in Jowzjan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-07-S-075
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (July 26, 2011) – In Qush Tepah district, Jowzjan province, an Afghan-led security force killed two Taliban insurgents during a security search for a Taliban roadside bomb expert.

The security force targeted the area after being notified of multiple insurgents carrying out operations in the area. Local residents later informed them about Taliban members who were collecting illegal taxes and coercing residents with the threat of death.

The force pursued the insurgents, finding them at a location in the district. The first individual was engaged after the security force noticed him taking an offensive fighting position, preparing to attack them. He was killed as a result of the engagement. At a separate location, another insurgent, who displayed hostile intent, was engaged and killed. Following both engagements the force confiscated several AK-47 assault rifles and chest racks.
 
After each engagement the security force detained individuals with suspected ties to the Taliban. A total of three men were detained for further questioning.

Before leaving the area, the security force destroyed all insurgent weapons and equipment.