2012-05-S-006

For Immediate Release


KABUL, Afghanistan (May 4)
In Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province, an Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader during an operation today. The leader conducted roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces. Several additional insurgents were also detained.
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