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Apr. 10, 2007
Release A070410a

ONE TERRORIST KILLED, 12 SUSPECTS DETAINED IN RAIDS

BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition Forces killed one terrorist and detained 12 suspected terrorists during operations targeting al-Qaeda in Iraq Tuesday morning.

During operations south of Haditha, Coalition Forces killed one terrorist and detained three suspects with alleged involvement in al-Qaeda and foreign fighter facilitation.  As Coalition Forces entered a targeted building, they instructed the occupants to put their hands up.  One man, who initially complied with instructions, rushed and tackled a Coalition Forces member and attempted to grab his weapon.  Coalition Forces used self-defense measures killing the terrorist.  The remaining suspects surrendered without incident.

In Baghdad, Coalition Forces detained nine suspects with ties to al-Qaeda in Iraq courier operations.

“Coalition Forces continue systematic operations to capture terrorists,” said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, MNF-I spokesperson.  “Terrorists will be brought to justice and will be prosecuted for their crimes.”

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