Task Force Baghdad raids net notorious terrorists
BAGHDAD, Iraq – Task Force Baghdad Soldiers have conducted a series of offensive operations against terrorists in the Baghdad area since April 24, resulting in the capture of four individuals believed to have direct links to recent violent attacks.
In cordon-and-search operations April 24, Soldiers detained two individuals. One was the brother of a suspect detained by Task Force Baghdad the previous day.
In raids April 25, Soldiers detained two more suspected terrorists, specifically targeted as members of an execution cell in Kharnabat Village.
“These aren’t random searches. … We are acting on specific, credible information we receive from local citizens who want to join us in the fight against terrorism,” said Lt. Col. Clifford Kent, Task Force Baghdad’s spokesperson. “We are questioning people in the area and conducting our operations based mainly on this information.”
Iraqi Security Forces and Task Force Baghdad officials strongly encourage all Iraqi citizens to report suspicious behavior by e-mailing baghdadtipshotline@yahoo.com or calling one of the TIPS hotlines at 0790.173.7723 or 0790.173.7727.
Text for release and opsec review provided by the TASK FORCE BAGHDAD Public Affairs Office. contact david.abrams@id3.army.miL.
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