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Security Forces detain nine terror suspects; kill one and injure one terrorist

Jul- 6-2005 » Filed Under: 1/25 SBCT

(TFF Press Release)

MOSUL, IRAQ (July 6, 2005) – Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Forces from Task Force Freedom killed one terrorist, injured another, and detained nine suspected terrorists during operations in northern Iraq today and Tuesday.

Iraqi Army troops detained two individuals, believed to be triggermen, after their convoy was struck with an improvised explosive device north of Tal Afar Tuesday. One Iraqi civilian was injured in the blast. The civilian was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

During another operation Tuesday in Tal Afar Soldiers from 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment killed one terrorist and injured another with small arms fire after observing the two armed men taking positions to attack Multi-National Forces. The injured terrorist will be detained following treatment. No MNF injuries were reported during the incident.

Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment detained six individuals suspected of terrorist activity during a raid in western Mosul today. Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 8th Field Artillery Regiment detained one individual suspected of terrorist activity during a cordon and search operation north of Qayyarah today. Suspects are in custody with no MNF injuries reported.

Coordinated efforts of Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Forces from Task Force Freedom are leading to the arrest of terrorists and criminals responsible for attacks against innocent Iraqi citizens. Anyone with information on anti-Iraqi insurgent activities should call the Joint Coordination Center’s telephone numbers at 513462 or 07701623300.


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