BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan – Seven suspected insurgents were detained Feb.17 during a joint Afghan and Coalition forces operation to disrupt Taliban support networks in Zabul Province.
     The joint force searched compounds in Qalat District targeting an insurgent acting as a weapons, equipment and supply conduit for Taliban fighters.
While conducting their search, Afghan and Coalition forces found and detained seven individuals, including the targeted insurgent, with suspected links to insurgent networks. The detained individuals will be questioned on their involvement in Taliban operations as well as other illegal activities.
The targeted insurgent was wounded by small-arms fire when he presented a credible threat to Coalition forces. The suspected insurgent was taken to a medical facility for treatment.
“The disruption of the Taliban’s supply infrastructure is a key facet to ending their violent extremist activities against the people of Afghanistan,” said Army Maj. Chris Belcher, Coalition forces spokesman.