(TFF Press Release)
MOSUL, IRAQ (July 25, 2005) – Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Forces from Task Force Freedom detained seven suspected terrorists and seized a large weapons cache during operations in northern Iraq today.
Iraqi Army Soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 4th Brigade, 2nd Division detained four individuals suspected of terrorist activity during a raid in western Mosul. Suspects are in custody with no ISF injuries reported.
Soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment seized a large weapons cache during a search operation in Rawah. The cache included 40 rockets, a number of rocket propelled grenade launchers, artillery rounds, various explosives and explosive charges, hundreds of rounds of small arms and machine gun ammunition, and a machine gun. The weapons and ammunition were confiscated for future destruction.
In a separate operation Soldiers from the 3-21st detained three individuals suspected of terrorist activity during a cordon and search operation in eastern Mosul. 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.