(TFO press release)
By Sgt. Joseph Sanchez
MOSUL, IRAQ (June 24, 2004) – At 11:20 a.m., in response to reports of terrorists taking over the Sheikh Fatih police station in southwestern Mosul, Iraqi Security Forces moved to secure the site and were fired upon by Anti-Iraqi forces who were shooting from the Mohammed [Al Noory] Mosque across the street from the police station. Coalition forces moved to the site to support the Iraqi Security Forces and were fired upon from the Mohammed Al [Noory] Mosque as well.
Iraqi Security and Coalition forces returned fire on the terrorists in the mosque.
At 1 p.m., Coalition forces reported that Iraqi Security Forces and Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment have taken back the Sheikh Fatih police station from the Anti-Iraqi terrorists. Iraqi National Guard soldiers have secured the Mohammed [Al Noory] Mosque as well. There is no word on casualties.
Anyone with information about criminal or terrorist activities should inform the Iraqi Police, Coalition forces, or call the Tips Hotline 813-343 or 780-013. To turn in weapons or munitions, contact any Coalition soldier or call the Hotline (813-343) to arrange turn-in.