Haqqani Network facilitator captured by Afghan-led force overnight

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

11.05.2010

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani Network facilitator responsible for the movement of improvised explosive device materials and the emplacement of the weapons throughout Sabari District, during an overnight operation in Khost province.

Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in Khatekah in Sabari District to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, and then the security force cleared and secured the area.

After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the facilitator along with several of his associates. The security force also discovered multiple automatic weapons at the scene.

The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

• Date Taken: 11.05.2010
• Date Posted: 11.05.2010 05:32
• Story ID: 59474
• Location: KABUL, AF