2012-05-S-001

For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (May 1)
An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Washer district, Helmand province, today. The leader planned and supervised roadside bombings against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout central Helmand province. One additional insurgent was detained as a result of the operation.
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