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Security Forces uncover large weapons
caches
MOSUL, Iraq
- Multi-National Forces from 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division
(Stryker Brigade Combat Team) discovered three large weapons caches
during operations in northern Iraq March 12.
Soldiers from the 1-24th discovered a weapons cache while on patrol
in western Mosul. The cache was found in two known terrorist
vehicles, it included RPG launchers and rounds, sniper rifles,
machine guns, hundreds of rounds of machine gun ammunition, pistols,
and various improvised explosive device equipment. The weapons and
ammunition were confiscated for future destruction
Multi-National Force Soldiers also discovered two caches during a
cordon and search operation in Tal Afar. The caches included several
mortar rounds, a mortar tube, an RPG trigger and warhead, and
several artillery primers and fuses. Weapons and munitions were
confiscated for future destruction.
Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Forces continue operations
to protect the rights of Iraqi citizens to live free of fear and
intimidation from terrorists.
TEXT PROVIDED BY THE TASK FORCE FREEDOM, MULTINATIONAL BRIGADE -
NORTHWEST PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE
CONTACT LT. COL. ANDRE HANCE AT ANDRE.HANCE@MNBNW.IRAQ.ARMY.MIL
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