Multi-National Corps – Iraq
CAMP TAJI, Iraq – Elements of 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team “Warrior,” 25th Infantry Division, Multi-National Division – Baghdad, detained the brigade’s number-one high-value individual and his brother early Feb. 14.
The two are suspected al Qaeda in Iraq as improvised-explosive device facilitators and are allegedly linked to a fatal IED attack Jan. 29.
“The capture of these individuals will greatly contribute to a safe and secure Iraq,” said Col. Todd McCaffrey, commander, 2nd SBCT.
Five others suspected of facilitating improvised-explosive device activity in Taji Qada, northwest of Baghdad were also detained.
All seven suspects are being held for further questioning.
