Taliban leader and several suspected insurgents detained in Nangarhar
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) In Nangarhar province, an Afghan and coalition security force capture a Taliban leader and several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Chaparhar district, yesterday. The leader was involved in attack planning, facilitation and financing.  After extensive intelligence gathering, the security force searched for the leader at a compound in Chaparhar. The operation commenced as the force isolated the area and had all occupants exit the buildings. The force searched the area and then conducted interviews with residents. Based on the information provided by the residents, the force identified and detained the insurgent leader. The force also apprehended several additional individuals with suspected ties to insurgency. Throughout the search, the force ensured the safety of the women and children.