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| Iraq |
| LOCAL TIPS SUCCESSFUL FOR TASK FORCE âALL AMERICANâ |
| 2003-12-11 |
| AR RAMADI, Iraq â The 82nd Airborne Division and attached units, also known as Task Force âAll American,â continued operations within the Al Anbar Province to provide security and assistance to the Iraqi people. During the past 24 hours, the Task Force has conducted 25 offensive operations, six cordon and searches and 19 raids. Soldiers also conducted 178 patrols, including seven joint patrols with the Iraqi Border Guard and Iraqi Police. Soldiers of the 3rd Brigade conducted a cordon and search in Fallujah to capture Ali Jassam Mejbil and Mahamed Jassam Abad â criminals responsible for financing and conducting improvised explosive device (IED) attacks and trafficking weapons in the area. The operation resulted in the capture of both target individuals and four other terrorists. In addition, paratroopers were escorting the Fallujah Liaison Team to a meeting at the mayorâs office when they were attacked with an IED east of Fallujah. The blast wounded one soldier and damaged an up-armored High Mobility Multi-Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV). The wounded soldier, a gunner in the HMMWVâs turret, was evacuated to the 28th Combat Support Hospital. The 1st Infantry Divisionâs Hurricane Base was attacked with three mortar rounds. There were no injuries to personnel or damage to equipment from the attack. A Quick Reaction Force (QRF) was dispatched to the point of origin. When they arrived local civilians took them to the launch site and stated that three males fled on foot after the attack. The patrol confiscated various mortar ammunition and components at the location. The assistance from the local citizens in Ar Ramadi highlights a growing cooperation between Coalition Forces and the people in Al Anbar. In 3rd Armored Cavalry Regimentâs areas of responsibility, soldiers conducted a raid against possible weapons dealers in Hit. The operation was conducted based on locally generated intelligence and was a success. Three criminals were captured, including the primary target. Also confiscated at the house were various mortar rounds. Assistance from the local population continues to benefit Task Force âAll Americanâ as it continues to capture anti-Coalition operatives who wish to disrupt the progress established by U.S. forces and the Iraqi people. |
| Posted by:Chuck Simmins |