Jan.16., 2012. - ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update

KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 16) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force discovered a drug cache during an operation in Now Zad district, Helmand province, yesterday. The cache consisted of approximately 880 pounds (400 kilograms) of opium, 1,562 pounds (710 kilograms) of drug-producing chemicals and miscellaneous equipment used in drug manufacturing.

During the operation several insurgents displayed hostile intent, responding to the immediate threat, the security force engaged and killed the insurgents.

The drugs were destroyed on site without further incident. In other International Security Assistance Force news throughout Afghanistan:

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In Panjwa'i district, Kandahar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force discovered a drug cache during a routine patrol today. The cache consisted of approximately 6,600 pounds (3,000 kilograms) of hash. The drugs were confiscated and will be destroyed at a later date.

A combined Afghan and coalition security force discovered a weapons and drug cache during an operation in Washer district, Helmand province, yesterday. The cache consisted of approximately 2,530 pounds (1150 kilograms) of opium, several firearms and ammunition. The security force detained several suspected insurgent fighters during the operation. The cache was destroyed on site without incident.

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