3rd ESU captures suspected Kirkuk VBIED-network member
By Multi-National Force - Iraq
Oct 21, 2009 - 6:45:03 PM
Blackanthem Military News
BAGHDAD, Iraq - The 3rd Emergency Services Unit arrested a suspected member of Kirkuk's al-Qaeda in Iraq network today in an area located approximately 50 km southwest of Kirkuk.
The arrested individual allegedly belongs to a terrorist organization responsible for vehicle-borne improvised explosive device attacks throughout the region.
The security team, with U.S. advisors, found and arrested an individual, based on a warrant, after conducting a search of several buildings. Credible intelligence indicates that the suspect is an active member of Kirkuk's al-Qaeda-sponsored VBIED network, which is responsible for the June 20 attack that killed or wounded more than 200 people in Taza. In addition, the suspect is also allegedly involved in illegal weapons and explosives distribution, as well as kidnappings and assassinations throughout the region.