ISF arrest six suspected criminal associates near Tikrit
By U.S. Forces - Iraq
Jul 26, 2010 - 6:22:24 PM
Blackanthem Military News
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Iraqi Security Forces arrested six suspected Al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI) criminal associates during a joint security operation approximately 10km northeast of Tikrit today.
ISF and U.S. advisors conducted a vehicle stop to apprehend a suspected AQI member, who is allegedly involved in recruiting newly released detainees and weapons smuggling operations for AQI.
Information and evidence gathered at the scene led Iraqi forces to identify and arrest six AQI criminal associates.
All joint operations are pursuant to a warrant issued by an Iraqi judge.
Iraqi and U.S. advisors conduct joint operations in accordance with the Security Agreement and in coordination with the Iraqi government to target terrorists seeking to disrupt the security and stability of Iraq.