ANSF, Coalition forces detain Taliban leader in Khowst province

Written by Headquarters United States Forces Afghanistan Monday, 17 November 2008 16:48

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan – Afghan National Security Forces and Coalition forces detained a Taliban leader in Wurzi, Khowst province Nov. 9.

ANSF and Coalition forces detained Laeek Shah, a Taliban commander, during a patrol without incident.

Credible intelligence suggests the captured leader is a Taliban field commander and is responsible for leading and conducting attacks on ANSF and Coalition troops in the area.

No Coalition forces or civilian casualties were reported.

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