Taliban facilitator and two suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 31, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-104 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 31, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition forces captured a Taliban facilitator and detained two suspected Taliban insurgents during an operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, yesterday. The Taliban facilitator was responsible for acquiring and distributing ammunition, explosive material and other weapons throughout Zharay.  Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound in the city and Afghan forces secured the area peacefully, ensuring the safety of all civilians. After questioning residents, the security force identified and detained the Taliban facilitator. Two additional suspected Taliban insurgents were detained for further questioning. Security forces also found 1,000 pounds (2,200 kilograms) of marijuana and 500 pounds (227 kgs) of marijuana seeds on the premises. All drugs were destroyed. The security team completed the operation without firing their weapons.