One insurgent killed in Helmand
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 1, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-003 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 1, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed an insurgent leader during an operation in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, yesterday.  The leader, identified as Sadeq, was involved in planning kidnappings and assassinations of Afghan citizens. He also facilitated the supply of weapons and explosives to other insurgent groups in the area.  During the operation, the security force targeted a compound thought to be associated with Sadeq. After an Afghan-led call out, the force began securing the women and children when Sadeq attempted to evade capture by dressing as a woman. After being discovered, he displayed hostile intent by drawing a gun and attempting to engage the force. The security force killed him in self defense with aimed shots.