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Release A051121a

Soldiers kill one, capture two terrorists

Multi-National Force-Iraq

TIKRIT, Iraq – Iraqi Police and Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division’s 3rd Brigade Combat Team responded to a potential IED attack, killing one bomber and injuring two more Nov. 19.

The Soldiers were responding to an IED attack when word of a potential second IED attack was reported. The team quickly shifted their priority to those responsible for the attacks and was able to locate the triggermen as they attempted to escape the area.

The Soldiers chased the attackers into a hastily prepared road block. Once the attackers saw the road block, they tried to turn around and began ramming other civilian vehicles on the road in an attempt to escape the containment area.

Soldiers at the roadblock used several warning measures, attempting to stop the vehicles. When the drivers did not stop, the Soldiers opened fire and stopped both vehicles, killing one and injuring two.

All three men tested positive for explosive residue. A search of the vehicles revealed a large sum of money.

The two wounded terrorists were taken by Iraqi Police to the Bayji hospital for treatment.

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For more information, please contact the 101st AIRBORNE DIVISION Public Affairs Office at EDWARD.LOOMIS@US.ARMY.MIL