Suspected militants killed in Sangin district

Written by Bagram Media Center Tuesday, 11 September 2007 02:30

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan – Several suspected militants were killed and eight were detained early today in an operation by Afghan and Coalition forces.

The suspected militants were shot and killed after they threatened the force in the Sangin district, Helmand province. A small cache consisting of grenades and several AK-47s was found and destroyed in a safe place.

The detainees will be questioned as to their identities and involvement in militant activities.

There were no injuries or deaths to non-combatants. Some damage was done to the compounds in the course of operations.

Contact Information – CJTF-82 Public Affairs Office Tel – 0093-799-063-013

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