Press Release 20100701-01
July 1, 2010

BAGHDAD – Iraqi Security Forces arrested a suspected Al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI) member during a joint security operation approximately 48km southwest of Kirkuk.

ISF and U.S. advisors searched a building for the suspected AQI member believed to be in charge of facilitating the movement, procurement, and construction of vehicles for use as AQI vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices.

Information and evidence gathered at the scene led Iraqi forces to identify and arrest the warranted individual.

All joint operations are conducted pursuant to a warrant issued by an Iraqi judge.

Iraqi and U.S. forces 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.

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